Baked Spicy Chicken Tenders With Honey Mustard Sauce Recipe

Ingredients for Baked Spicy Chicken Tenders With Honey Mustard Sauce

• Boneless Chicken Breasts
• 1/2 cup cornstarch
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 2 large eggs
• 1 tablespoon hot sauce
• 1 cup cornmeal
• Panko Breadcrumbs
• Cayenne Pepper
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1/4 cup honey
• Dijon Mustard

How to Make Baked Spicy Chicken Tenders With Honey Mustard Sauce

1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Position oven rack in the center.
2. Lightly spray a large baking sheet with vegetable oil cooking spray.
3. In a shallow dish, place 1/2 cup cornstarch.
4. In a separate shallow dish, whisk together 2 large eggs, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1 tablespoon your favorite hot sauce.
5. In a third shallow dish, combine 1 cup cornmeal, 1 cup panko bread crumbs, 1 teaspoon chili powder, and 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper.
6. Dredge each chicken tender in the cornstarch, shaking off any excess.
7. Dip the cornstarch-coated tender into the egg mixture, letting excess drip off.
8. Finally, coat the tender thoroughly in the cornmeal/panko mixture.
9. Arrange the breaded chicken tenders in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
10. Drizzle lightly with 1 tablespoon olive oil.
11. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F/74°C).
12. While the chicken bakes, whisk together 1/4 cup honey and 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard in a small bowl until smooth.
13. Serve the baked chicken tenders immediately with the honey mustard sauce for dipping.