Description
Enjoy these golden and crispy baked chicken tenders, perfectly seasoned and coated in a crunchy panko breadcrumb crust. Paired with a sweet and tangy honey dip, these tenders are a healthy and flavorful twist on the classic favorite. Perfect for weeknight dinners or as a crowd-pleasing appetizer. This recipe is easy to make and kid-approved, with prep time under 30 minutes!
Ingredients
Scale
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For Chicken Tenders:
- 1 lb (450g) chicken tenders
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp salt
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For Honey Dip:
- ¼ cup honey
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
Instructions
- Prep: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
- Season: Season the chicken tenders with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
- Breading:
- Place the flour in one shallow bowl.
- In a second bowl, beat the eggs.
- In a third bowl, mix the panko breadcrumbs with a pinch of salt and paprika.
- Dredge each tender in flour, dip in eggs, and coat with panko breadcrumbs.
- Bake: Place tenders on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and fully cooked.
- Prepare Dip: In a small bowl, mix honey, Dijon mustard, and lemon juice until smooth.
- Serve: Serve the chicken tenders hot with the honey dip on the side.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, lightly spray the tenders with cooking oil before baking.
- You can substitute panko breadcrumbs with gluten-free breadcrumbs for a gluten-free option.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 20
- Category: Appetizer, Dinner
- Method: Baking