Crispy Honey Lemon Pepper Chicken Tenders
Honey lemon chicken tenders with a crispy coating, baked to perfection. A delicious, easy chicken recipe with bold flavors.
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken tenders
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup flour
- 1 egg, beaten
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together honey, lemon juice, lemon zest, black pepper, garlic powder, and salt.
- Prepare three bowls: one with flour, one with beaten egg, and one with panko breadcrumbs.
- Coat each chicken tender in flour, then dip in egg, and finally coat with panko breadcrumbs.
- Place tenders on the baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden brown and crispy.
- Drizzle with honey lemon glaze before serving.