Description
Grilled Honey Mustard Chicken Tenders are juicy, flavorful, and perfect for a quick and healthy meal. Marinated in a sweet and tangy honey mustard sauce, these tenders are grilled to perfection.
Ingredients
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- 1 1/2 pounds chicken tenders
- 1/4 cup Dijon mustard
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together Dijon mustard, honey, olive oil, apple cider vinegar, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Place the chicken tenders in a resealable plastic bag or shallow dish and pour the marinade over them. Seal or cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to 2 hours.
- Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Lightly oil the grates.
- Remove chicken from the marinade and discard excess marinade.
- Grill chicken tenders for about 3–4 minutes per side, or until fully cooked and grill marks appear.
- Remove from grill and let rest for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- You can substitute Dijon mustard with yellow mustard for a milder flavor.
- These chicken tenders are great served with a fresh salad or over rice.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
