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Pretzel Crusted Chicken Tenders Recipe

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 350
Enjoy crispy, flavorful chicken tenders coated in pretzels and topped with a delicious honey sauce.

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

  • 6 cups Pretzel Twists
  • 1/2 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese
  • 1 tablespoon Smoked Paprika
  • 2 teaspoons Onion Powder
  • 2 teaspoons Garlic Powder
  • 2 - 3 large Eggs (beaten)
  • 2 lbs Chicken Tenderloins
  • for drizzling Olive Oil
  • 1/4 cup Honey
  • 1 tablespoon Apple Cider Vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 425ยบ F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Pulse pretzels, parmesan, paprika, onion powder, and garlic powder in a food processor until fine with some chunks. Pour into a bowl.
  • Beat eggs in a bowl. Dredge chicken in eggs, then coat with pretzel mixture. Repeat for a thicker coating if desired.
  • Arrange chicken on baking sheet, drizzle with olive oil, and bake for 23-25 minutes until crisp.
  • Whisk honey, vinegar, garlic powder, and onion powder to make sauce. Serve with chicken.

Notes

For extra crunch, double coat the chicken in pretzel crumbs before baking.
Calories: 350kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Keyword: Chicken, Crispy, pretzels