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apple and honey-glazed chicken tenders recipe

apple and honey-glazed chicken tenders recipe

Enjoy this sweet and savory apple and honey-glazed chicken tenders recipe. Tender chicken tenders are cooked to perfection and coated in a deliciously rich glaze made from fresh apples, honey, garlic, and apple cider vinegar. It’s a simple yet irresistible dish that will leave everyone craving more!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course chicken, Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4 people
Calories 400 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • Chicken Tenders: 500 grams about 1 lb of fresh, tender chicken tenders.
  • Apple: 1 large Granny Smith or Honeycrisp apple peeled, cored, and chopped.
  • Honey: 2 tablespoons of raw or unfiltered honey for a natural sweetness.
  • Garlic: 2 cloves of garlic finely minced.
  • Olive Oil: 2 tablespoons of olive oil for cooking the chicken tenders.
  • Salt and Pepper: 1 teaspoon of salt and 1/2 teaspoon of freshly ground black pepper or to taste.
  • Apple Cider Vinegar: 1 tablespoon of apple cider vinegar to balance the sweetness.

Instructions
 

  • Prepare the Chicken Tenders: Start by cleaning the chicken tenders. If necessary, trim away any excess fat. Pat them dry with a paper towel to ensure they become crispy while cooking. Then, season both sides with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
  • Prepare the Glaze: In a medium saucepan, combine the chopped apple, honey, minced garlic, and apple cider vinegar. Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally. Let it cook for about 10-15 minutes, or until it thickens and becomes syrupy, coating the back of a spoon.
  • Cook the Chicken Tenders: Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot, add the chicken tenders to the pan. Cook them for about 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Be sure not to overcrowd the pan to ensure even cooking.
  • Glaze the Chicken Tenders: Once the chicken tenders are cooked, pour the apple and honey glaze over the tenders. Let it cook for another 1-2 minutes to allow the glaze to caramelize and coat the chicken. For extra flavor, you can spoon some of the glaze over the chicken during the final minute of cooking.