Description
Crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside, and glazed in a sweet-tangy honey mustard sauce—these chicken tenders are a crowd-pleaser for all ages. Perfect as a snack, appetizer, or main dish with your favorite sides.
Table of Contents
Ingredients For Honey Mustard Chicken Tenders
For the Chicken Tenders:
- 1 ½ lbs chicken tenders (or chicken breasts sliced into strips)
- 1 cup buttermilk (or milk with 1 tbsp vinegar)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (panko or regular)
- 1 tsp paprika
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- Oil for frying (or baking alternative)
For the Honey Mustard Sauce:
- ¼ cup Dijon mustard
- 2 tbsp yellow mustard
- ¼ cup honey
- 1 tbsp mayonnaise
- 1 tsp lemon juice or apple cider vinegar
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken:
- Place chicken tenders in a bowl with buttermilk.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or up to overnight for extra tenderness.
- Prepare Breading Station:
- In one bowl, mix flour with paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- In another bowl, place breadcrumbs.
- Coat the Chicken:
- Remove chicken from marinade. Dredge each piece in seasoned flour, then dip back into the buttermilk, then coat in breadcrumbs.
- Cook the Tenders:
- Frying: Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Fry tenders 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
- Baking: Place tenders on a wire rack over a baking sheet, spray lightly with oil, and bake at 425°F (220°C) for 20–25 minutes, flipping halfway.
- Make the Sauce:
- Whisk together Dijon mustard, yellow mustard, honey, mayonnaise, and lemon juice until smooth.
- Serve:
- Serve chicken tenders hot with honey mustard sauce on the side or drizzled on top.
Serving Suggestions:
Pair with fries, salad, or coleslaw for a complete meal. Try sweet potato fries for a tasty twist!
Discover more About Easy Sheet Pan Dinners Kid Friendly.