This post may contain affiliate links. Read my disclosure policy. My husband and son were buzzing over these chicken crispers. My 4-yr old loved dunking them in ranch while my hubby preferred the more adult flavors of the honey mustard sauce. These chicken strips are much healthier and tastier than any chicken strips or chicken nuggets you’ll find in the freezer aisle. They’re baked at just the right temperature which gives them that crisp golden crust. The breading seals in all the amazing flavors and makes these chicken tenders just right. You’ll be back for seconds ;).
Ingredients for Chicken Strips:
2 lbs chicken breast (about 3 large chicken breasts) Sea Salt & Pepper1/3 cup dijon mustard 1/3 cup real mayo 2-3 small garlic cloves, pressed2 cups bread crumbs (I used a mixture of 1 cup seasoned Italian-style bread crumbs and 1 cup Panko bread crumbs, but you can use 100% seasoned bread crumbs)
Ingredients for Honey Mustard Dip (Optional):
1/3 cup dijon mustard 1/3 cup honey 1/3 cup real mayonnaise 1/2 tsp poppy seeds (for effect, optional ;)).
How to Make Baked Chicken Tenders:
Preheat Oven to 450˚F. Line a large, rimmed baking sheet with foil (to save yourself some clean-up).
In a large bowl, whisk together 1/3 cup dijon mustard, 1/3 cup real mayo and 3 pressed garlic cloves and set aside to let the garlic infuse into the marinade while you prep your chicken.
Place bread crumbs in a second bowl.
Rinse and pat dry your chicken with paper towels. Trim off any excess fat and cut chicken breasts into 1-inch thick strips. Lightly season both sides of the chicken strips with salt and pepper. 4. Place chicken strips into the marinade and mix well.
Roll each chicken strip into your bread crumbs a couple times to get a nice coating of crumbs then transfer breaded strips to prepared baking sheet. For the best, crispy crust results, do not overcrowd chicken.
Bake at 450˚F for 15-17 min or until chicken is cooked through and golden brown on the outside.
How to make the Honey Mustard Dip:
- In a medium bowl (or in a blender), mix together 1/3 cup dijon mustard, 1/3 cup honey and 1/3 cup real mayo until well blended. 2. Stir in poppy seeds (if using). Refrigerate your dip until ready to serve.
Serve chicken strips warm with ranch, honey mustard or your favorite dipping sauce.
What’s your favorite dipping sauce? I’m a ranch kinda girl myself ;).
