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Crispy Mustard Chicken Tenders: An Incredible 7-Step Recipe


  • Author: Chef Mia
  • Total Time: 35 minutes

Ingredients

– 1 pound chicken tenders
– 1/4 cup Dijon mustard
– 1/4 cup honey
– 1 cup breadcrumbs (preferably panko for extra crunch)
– 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
– 2 large eggs
– 1 teaspoon garlic powder
– 1 teaspoon onion powder
– 1 teaspoon paprika
– 1/2 teaspoon salt
– 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
– Cooking spray or oil for greasing


Instructions

Creating Crispy Mustard Chicken Tenders is a straightforward process. Follow these steps to achieve the best results:

1. Whisk Marinade: In a mixing bowl, combine the Dijon mustard and honey. Whisk until it forms a smooth mixture.
2. Marinate Chicken: Add the chicken tenders to the bowl and thoroughly coat them in the marinade. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
3. Preheat Oven: While the chicken marinates, preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and lightly grease it.
4. Prepare Coatings: Set up a dredging station with three shallow bowls. In one bowl, place the flour mixed with garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. In the second bowl, beat the eggs. In the third bowl, add the breadcrumbs.
5. Dredge Chicken: Remove each chicken tender from the marinade, allowing excess marinade to drip off. First, dip it in the flour mixture, then in the eggs, followed by coating it with breadcrumbs, pressing gently to adhere.
6. Arrange on Baking Sheet: Place the coated chicken tenders on the prepared baking sheet. Lightly spray them with cooking spray or drizzle with a bit of oil for extra crispiness.
7. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until the chicken tenders are golden brown and crispy, flipping them halfway through for even cooking.

These steps are designed to help anyone create perfect, crispy chicken tenders that are bursting with flavor.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4
  • Calories: 320 kcal
  • Fat: 12g
  • Protein: 25g