Crispy Mustard Chicken Tenders | Chicken Recipes
These crispy mustard chicken tenders take the crown when you’re craving comfort food with a little twist. I grew up thinking chicken tenders only came in a cardboard box from the freezer aisle, but these homemade ones changed my mind fast. With a tangy mustard coating and a crunchy golden shell, they’re a little messy to make but absolutely worth it. The best part? They’re versatile. Bake them in the oven when you want something lighter or fry them up when you’re leaning into full-on indulgence. They’re great for a quick dinner, a weekend game snack, or that random Wednesday when cooking feels like a chore. Trust me, once you’ve had these, plain chicken strips will never measure up again. This recipe falls into the kind of chicken recipes I keep on repeat. It has everything you’d want: the crunch you can hear across the table, the mustard kick that cuts through the richness, and that undeniable comfort factor. And because I know you’ll ask—yes, they reheat well, but honestly, good luc…
- Time: 35 min
- Servings: 4
Source: Lila Cooks
Ingredients
- pounds chicken tenders
- Dijon mustard
- tablespoons honey
- panko breadcrumbs
- grated Parmesan cheese
- teaspoon garlic powder
- teaspoon paprika
- teaspoon salt
- teaspoon black pepper
- eggs, beaten
- flour
- Oil for frying or cooking spray for baking