Pretzel Crusted Chicken Tenders
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The following recipe and photography was provided by Christina Musgrave of Tasting with Tina.
Make dinnertime easy with these Pretzel Crusted Chicken Tenders! These chicken tenders are simple and delicious. They’re paired with an easy homemade honey mustard dipping sauce that you’ll love! These are great for a busy weeknight or meal prep. Serve with roasted vegetables, on salads, or as a snack.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- This recipe is a healthy alternative to fried chicken tenders, making this great for the whole family!
- These chicken tenders are made with Pasturebird chicken, a premium brand that is higher in vitamins, minerals, and fatty acid content than traditional chicken. Pasturebird chicken is also non-GMO and antibiotic free!
- Very meal prep friendly, so you can make a double batch and enjoy throughout the week.
Pretzel Crusted Chicken Tenders
Cook time: 20min Prep time: 15min Total time: 35min
Ingredients
- 2 lbs. Pasturebird chicken breasts
- 1 cup flour
- 2 Heinen’s pasture raised eggs, beaten
- 2 cups Heinen’s pretzels, finely ground
- 1 tsp. Heinen’s garlic powder
- 1 Tsp. Heinen’s onion powder
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 3 Tbsp. Heinen’s Dijon mustard
- 2 Tbsp. Heinen’s honey
- 2 tsp. Heinen’s apple cider vinegar
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 450°F. Line a baking sheet with foil.
- Slice chicken breasts in half, then slice into tenders. Pat chicken dry.
- Combine 2 cups finely ground Heinen’s pretzels, 1 tsp. Heinen’s garlic powder, and 1 tsp. Heinen’s onion powder in a medium bowl.
- Dredge chicken tenders in flour, then egg, then pretzel mixture. Repeat until all chicken tenders are coated.
- Place chicken on prepared baking sheet. Bake for 10 minutes per side, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- While chicken is baking, combine 1/4 cup mayonnaise, 3 Tbsp. Heinen’s Dijon Mustard, 2 Tbsp. Heinen’s Honey, and 2 tsps. Heinen’s Apple Cider Vinegar in a medium bowl. Stir well.
- Serve chicken tenders with honey mustard sauce.
