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Crispy Honey Lemon Chicken Tenders: An Incredible 7-Ingredient Recipe

Ingredients

– 1 pound chicken tenders
– ½ cup all-purpose flour
– ½ cup breadcrumbs (panko or regular)
– 2 tablespoons honey
– 2 tablespoons lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
– 1 teaspoon garlic powder
– 1 teaspoon salt

Instructions

Creating these Crispy Honey Lemon Chicken Tenders is simple! Follow these easy steps for a delicious meal:

1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Prepare Chicken: Pat the chicken tenders dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
3. Mix Coating: In a shallow bowl, combine flour, breadcrumbs, garlic powder, and salt.
4. Coat Chicken: Dredge each chicken tender in the flour mixture, ensuring an even and thorough coating.
5. Arrange on Baking Sheet: Place coated tenders on the prepared baking sheet. Ensure they are spaced apart for even cooking.
6. Make Honey Lemon Glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together honey and lemon juice until well combined.
7. Add Glaze: Drizzle the honey lemon sauce over the coated chicken tenders to let the flavor seep in while baking.
8. Bake: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through.
9. Check Doneness: Ensure the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (75°C).
10. Serve: Remove from the oven and let rest for a few minutes before serving hot and crispy.

Follow these steps, and you will have beautiful, golden chicken tenders with a flavorful honey lemon glaze that is undeniably delightful.

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