Paleo
Paleo Backed Chicken Tenders With Honey Mustard Dip
On December 14, 2023 by userHere’s a delicious and paleo-friendly recipe for Baked Chicken Tenders with Honey Mustard Dip:
Ingredients:
For the Chicken Tenders:
- 1.5 pounds chicken tenders
- 1 cup almond flour
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- Cooking spray or olive oil for greasing
For the Honey Mustard Dip:
- 1/4 cup paleo-friendly mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
- Preheat Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and lightly grease it with cooking spray or olive oil.
- Prepare Chicken Tenders:
- In a shallow bowl, combine almond flour, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
- Dip each chicken tender into the beaten eggs and then coat it in the almond flour mixture, ensuring it’s well coated. Place the coated tenders on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake:
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until the chicken tenders are golden brown and cooked through. The internal temperature should reach 165°F (74°C).
- Prepare Honey Mustard Dip:
- While the chicken tenders are baking, prepare the honey mustard dip. In a small bowl, whisk together paleo-friendly mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, honey, apple cider vinegar, salt, and pepper. Adjust the seasoning to taste.
- Serve:
- Once the chicken tenders are done, remove them from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes.
- Serve the baked chicken tenders with the honey mustard dip on the side.
- Enjoy:
- Enjoy your paleo-friendly baked chicken tenders with the delicious honey mustard dip!
These baked chicken tenders are a healthier alternative to fried versions, and the almond flour coating adds a nice crunch. The honey mustard dip complements the tenders perfectly. It’s a great dish for a satisfying and paleo-friendly meal.