Crispy Mustard Chicken Tenders
Crispy Mustard Chicken Tenders are a delightful twist on a classic favorite, featuring tender chicken strips coated in a zesty mustard and crunchy breadcrumb mixture. These flavorful tenders are baked to perfection for a healthier option without sacrificing taste. Perfect for weeknight dinners or festive gatherings, serve them with your choice of dipping sauce for an irresistible treat that will have everyone asking for seconds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1/2 cup Dijon or whole grain mustard
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt to taste
- For the dipping sauce: 1/4 cup honey
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Slice chicken breasts into strips about an inch wide.
- In one bowl, whisk the eggs. In another bowl, combine panko breadcrumbs, garlic powder, paprika, and salt.
- Dip each chicken strip in the egg wash, then coat in the breadcrumb mixture.
- Place the coated tenders on the baking sheet and lightly spray with olive oil. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
- While baking, mix honey and mustard together for dipping sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 tenders (150g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: For extra crunch, consider frying the tenders instead of baking them. Feel free to experiment with different types of mustard or add herbs like rosemary or thyme for added flavor.