Honey Mustard Chicken Tenderloin Recipe
A quick and easy recipe for delicious honey mustard chicken tenderloins, perfect for a weeknight meal. Crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, coated in a sweet and tangy honey mustard glaze.
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
Ingredients
Chicken & Marinade
- 1.5 pounds chicken tenderloins
- 0.5 cup Dijon mustard
- 0.25 cup honey
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon paprika
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
For Serving (Optional)
- fresh parsley, chopped
- rice or roasted vegetables
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the Dijon mustard, honey, olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Add the chicken tenderloins to the bowl and toss to coat them evenly with the honey mustard mixture. Let them marinate for at least 10 minutes, or up to 30 minutes in the refrigerator.
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil for easy cleanup.
- Arrange the marinated chicken tenderloins in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and has reached an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C). The edges should be slightly caramelized.
- Remove from the oven and let rest for a few minutes. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley if desired.
- Serve hot with your favorite side dishes, such as rice or roasted vegetables.
Notes
For extra crispy chicken, you can pan-sear the tenderloins for 2-3 minutes per side before baking.