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Ultimate Crispy Baked Chicken Tenders with Honey Mustard Dip

A pile of golden, crispy chicken tenders, one broken open to show the white meat inside, served with a dollop of yellow dipping sauce.
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Make the best homemade chicken tenders right in your oven. These crispy chicken strips use a simple breading process for a juicy chicken tender guide that is perfect for a quick weeknight chicken dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into uniform strips
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
  • 1.5 cups panko bread crumbs
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
  • 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 0.25 teaspoon paprika
  • Cooking spray
  • For the Dip: 0.5 cup mayonnaise
  • 0.25 cup Dijon mustard
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and lightly coat with cooking spray.
  2. Set up a standard breading station with three shallow dishes. Place the flour in the first dish. Mix the beaten eggs in the second dish. Combine the panko bread crumbs, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika in the third dish.
  3. Take each chicken tender and dredge it thoroughly in the flour, shaking off any excess.
  4. Dip the floured tender into the egg mixture, allowing excess to drip off.
  5. Press the tender firmly into the panko mixture, coating all sides completely to achieve a good crust.
  6. Place the breaded chicken tenders on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they do not touch. Spray the tops generously with cooking spray for extra crispiness.
  7. Bake for 10 minutes. Flip the tenders over and bake for another 8 to 12 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit and the crust is golden brown.
  8. While the tenders bake, prepare the dip. Whisk together the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, honey, and apple cider vinegar in a small bowl until smooth.
  9. Serve the crispy chicken strips immediately with the homemade honey mustard dip.

Notes

  • For extra crispiness, let the breaded tenders rest on the baking sheet for 10 minutes before baking.
  • You can substitute whole wheat flour for a slightly healthier option.
  • This recipe works well for air fryer chicken tenders; cook at 375 degrees Fahrenheit for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway.

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