Crispy Honey Mustard Chicken Tenders in Just 15 Minutes
Crispy Honey Mustard Chicken Tenders are the delightful solution for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. In just 15 minutes, you can enjoy tender chicken strips coated in a sweet and tangy honey mustard sauce that will satisfy both kids and adults alike. These baked tenders offer a healthier alternative to traditional frying while still delivering that crispy texture everyone craves. Perfect as a main dish or as finger food at parties, this easy recipe features simple ingredients you likely already have on hand. Serve them with fresh salads, wraps, or as appetizers for an unforgettable meal that’s quick to prepare and full of flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound chicken tenderloins
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon ground mustard powder
- to taste salt
- to taste pepper
- a pinch cayenne pepper (optional)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together honey, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, paprika, garlic powder, ground mustard powder, salt, pepper, and cayenne pepper until well combined.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Add chicken tenderloins to the hot skillet and cook each side for about 4 minutes until golden brown.
- Pour the honey mustard sauce over the cooked chicken and simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes until heated through.
- Remove from heat and serve immediately.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (approximately 113g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg