Description
These Crispy Baked Chicken Tenders are coated in a flavorful honey mustard glaze and crunchy panko breadcrumbs, then oven-baked until perfectly golden. Kid-approved, weeknight-friendly, and perfect for dipping!
Ingredients
8–10 chicken tenders
1/3 cup Dijon mustard
1/3 cup honey
1 1/2 cups panko breadcrumbs
1 teaspoon garlic powder
Salt and pepper, to taste
Cooking spray (for baking)
Dipping sauces: honey mustard, ranch, or ketchup
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
2. In a small bowl, combine the Dijon mustard, honey, and garlic powder. Mix well and set aside.
3. Add panko breadcrumbs to a shallow dish or plate.
4. Season chicken tenders liberally with salt and pepper.
5. Dip each tender in the honey mustard mixture, allowing excess to drip off.
6. Then dredge each tender in the panko breadcrumbs, coating evenly.
7. Arrange the coated tenders on a greased or parchment-lined baking sheet.
8. Lightly spray the tops with cooking spray for an extra crispy finish.
9. Bake for 18–20 minutes, or until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
10. Serve immediately with honey mustard, ranch, or ketchup.
Notes
For extra crispiness, flip the tenders halfway through baking.
These reheat well in an air fryer or oven.
You can make them gluten-free by using gluten-free panko.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2–3 tenders
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 510mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 60mg