Crispy Honey Mustard Chicken Tenders

Get ready to elevate your weeknight dinner game with these Crispy Honey Mustard Chicken Tenders, a mouthwatering blend of savory, sweet, and tangy flavors wrapped in a golden, crispy coating. Made with tender chicken strips coated in a seasoned flour mixture, dipped in a honey-Dijon egg wash, and finished with a crunchy panko-Parmesan crust, these oven-baked tenders are irresistibly delicious and lighter than their fried counterparts. Perfectly crisped in just 20 minutes, thanks to a clever mix of olive oil and cooking spray, this dish is as easy to prepare as it is satisfying. Serve these homemade chicken tenders with extra honey mustard or ranch dipping sauce to take your mealtime to the next level. Perfect for family dinners, game-day feasts, or anytime cravings strike, this recipe is sure to become a fast favorite! Ideal keywords: crispy chicken tenders, honey mustard recipe, baked chicken tenders.

Nutriscore Rating: 54/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 lb chicken tenders
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp salt
• 0.5 tsp black pepper
• 0.5 tsp paprika
• 2 eggs
• 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
• 1 tbsp honey
• 1.5 cups panko breadcrumbs
• 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 0 cooking spray

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with cooking spray.

Step 2

Prepare three shallow bowls for breading the chicken: In the first bowl, mix the flour, salt, black pepper, and paprika. In the second bowl, whisk together the eggs, Dijon mustard, and honey. In the third bowl, combine the panko breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, and olive oil, ensuring the mixture is evenly coated.

Step 3

Pat the chicken tenders dry with paper towels. Working one at a time, dredge each tender in the flour mixture, shaking off any excess.

Step 4

Dip the floured tenders into the egg mixture, ensuring they are fully coated.

Step 5

Press the tenders into the breadcrumb mixture, thoroughly covering all sides. Lightly press to help the breadcrumbs adhere.

Step 6

Place the breaded chicken tenders on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them out so they cook evenly.

Step 7

Lightly spray the top of the chicken tenders with cooking spray to promote browning and crispiness.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the chicken is cooked through and the coating is golden and crispy.

Step 9

Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauces, such as extra honey mustard or ranch.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(876.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2762.2

Total Fat 139.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 31.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 638.8mg	0%
Sodium 7107.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 235.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.8g	0%
Total Sugars 25.6g
Protein 143.2g	0%

Vitamin D 82IU	0%
Calcium 616.1mg	0%
Iron 15.5mg	0%
Potassium 1452.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 45.2%

Protein: 20.7%

Carbs: 34.1%