Neely's Crispy Panko Chicken Tenders and Honey Mustard Sauce

Get ready to elevate your weeknight dinner or game-day spread with Neely's Crispy Panko Chicken Tenders and Honey Mustard Sauce! These golden, perfectly seasoned chicken tenders boast a crunchy panko breadcrumb coating and are fried to irresistible perfection. A flavorful seasoning blend of garlic powder, paprika, and black pepper adds a bold kick, while the creamy, tangy honey mustard sauce—made with Dijon, honey, and a splash of lemon juice—delivers the perfect balance of sweet and zesty. Ready in just 35 minutes, this dish is a crowd-pleaser for both kids and adults alike. Serve these crispy tenders as a main dish, party appetizer, or snack, and watch them disappear in no time! Keywords: crispy chicken tenders, panko chicken tenders, honey mustard sauce, easy chicken recipe.

Nutriscore Rating: 50/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Chicken tenders
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 0.5 cup All-purpose flour
• 2 large Eggs
• 2 tablespoons Milk
• 1.5 cups Panko breadcrumbs
• 3 cups Vegetable oil
• 0.5 cup Mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
• 2 tablespoons Honey
• 1 teaspoon Lemon juice

Directions

Step 1

Season the chicken tenders with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. Set aside.

Step 2

Set up a breading station: Place the flour in a shallow bowl. In a second bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk. In a third bowl, place the panko breadcrumbs.

Step 3

Dredge each chicken tender in the flour, shaking off the excess. Dip into the egg mixture, then coat completely with the panko breadcrumbs. Place on a baking sheet or a plate while you coat the remaining tenders.

Step 4

Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).

Step 5

Carefully add chicken tenders to the hot oil in batches, making sure not to overcrowd the pan. Fry for 3–4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F or 74°C).

Step 6

Transfer fried tenders to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. Repeat with remaining tenders.

Step 7

To make the honey mustard sauce, whisk together mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, honey, and lemon juice in a small bowl until smooth.

Step 8

Serve the crispy chicken tenders warm with the honey mustard dipping sauce on the side.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1599.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	8462.5

Total Fat 812.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 117.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 403.2g
Cholesterol 719.1mg	0%
Sodium 6715.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 235.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.9g	0%
Total Sugars 44.4g
Protein 122.8g	0%

Vitamin D 95.0IU	0%
Calcium 213.7mg	0%
Iron 13.0mg	0%
Potassium 1502.1mg	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: 83.6%

Protein: 5.6%

Carbs: 10.8%