Crispy Mustard Chicken Tenders
Crispy Mustard Chicken Tenders are a delicious and easy-to-make dish that boasts a perfect blend of crunch and zesty flavor. These tender, golden strips of chicken are coated in a tangy mustard mixture and baked until crispy, making them an ideal choice for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. Drizzled with honey for a touch of sweetness, these tenders will have everyone coming back for more. Whether served as game day snacks or family dinner, they are sure to impress!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup yellow mustard
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp honey (for drizzling)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cut the chicken breasts into strips about one inch wide for even cooking.
- In one bowl, mix yellow mustard, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. In another bowl, place panko breadcrumbs.
- Dip each chicken strip in the mustard mixture until fully coated, then roll it in panko breadcrumbs.
- Place the coated tenders on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
- Drizzle honey over the baked tenders before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 pieces (150g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: - For extra crunch, double-dip the chicken in egg before coating with breadcrumbs. - Experiment with different mustards like honey mustard or spicy Dijon for unique flavors. - Store leftover tenders in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.