Everyday Food Chicken Tenders with Creamy Honey Mustard
Crispy, golden, and irresistibly flavorful, these Everyday Food Chicken Tenders with Creamy Honey Mustard are the ultimate comfort food that’s perfect for weeknight dinners or game-day snacks. Tender chicken is coated in a perfectly seasoned breadcrumb and Parmesan cheese crust, then pan-fried to crunchy perfection. Served alongside a luscious, tangy-sweet honey mustard dipping sauce made with Dijon mustard, honey, and a hint of lemon, this dish strikes the ideal balance of savory and sweet. Easy to make in just 35 minutes with a simple three-step breading process, these chicken tenders are a family-friendly favorite with all the charm of homemade comfort food. Whether paired with a salad, fries, or enjoyed on their own, this recipe is bound to be a hit! Perfect for "crispy chicken tenders," "homemade honey mustard sauce," or "easy family dinner ideas" searches.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound chicken tenders
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 2 large eggs
- 0.25 cup milk
- 1.5 cups panko breadcrumbs
- 0.5 cup parmesan cheese
- 0.5 cup vegetable oil
- 0.25 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1.5 tablespoons honey
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
Instructions
Prepare your breading station with three separate shallow bowls or plates: one with the flour, salt, pepper, and paprika; the second with whisked eggs and milk; and the third with panko breadcrumbs and grated Parmesan cheese mixed together.
Pat the chicken tenders dry with a paper towel to ensure the breading adheres properly.
Dredge each chicken tender first in the seasoned flour, coating evenly. Shake off any excess.
Dip each floured chicken tender into the egg mixture, ensuring it is fully coated.
Finally, coat each chicken tender in the breadcrumb and Parmesan mixture. Press gently to help the breadcrumbs stick, and set aside on a plate.
Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once the oil is hot (about 350°F or when a breadcrumb sizzles immediately upon hitting the oil), carefully place the breaded chicken tenders in the skillet in a single layer. Work in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding the pan.
Cook the chicken tenders for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and fully cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F). Transfer the cooked tenders to a plate lined with paper towels to absorb excess oil.
While the chicken tenders cook, prepare the honey mustard sauce by whisking together mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, honey, and lemon juice in a small bowl. Taste and adjust for sweetness or tanginess as desired.
Serve the chicken tenders warm with the creamy honey mustard dipping sauce on the side.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3940 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 262.4 g | 336% | |
| Saturated Fat | 47.8 g | 239% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 67.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 708 mg | 236% | |
| Sodium | 6910 mg | 300% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 261.8 g | 95% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.2 g | 36% | |
| Total Sugars | 37.4 g | ||
| Protein | 145.5 g | 291% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.7 mcg | 14% | |
| Calcium | 702 mg | 54% | |
| Iron | 15.1 mg | 84% | |
| Potassium | 1584 mg | 34% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
