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12) Maple-Mustard Chicken Tenders

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 22 minutes
Servings: 4 servings

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb chicken tenders
  • 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan optional
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 egg beaten
  • 2 tbsp olive oil for pan
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup
  • 2 tbsp Dijon mustard or yellow mustard if preferred
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce low-sodium

Method
 

  1. Mix panko, Parmesan, salt, and pepper on a plate. Beat the egg in a shallow bowl.
  2. Dip each tender in egg, then press into the panko mix. Set on a tray.
  3. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium. Cook tenders 3–4 minutes per side until golden and cooked through.
  4. Stir maple syrup, mustard, and soy sauce in a small pan. Warm until slightly thickened, about 2 minutes.
  5. Toss cooked tenders in the sauce or brush it on. Serve hot.