Awesome Pretzel Chicken Tenders with Spicy Honey Dijon Sauce Recipe

Name: Awesome Pretzel Chicken Tenders with Spicy Honey Dijon Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 lb chicken tenders; 2 cup buttermilk; 2 tbsp dried basil; 2 tbsp dried oregano; 2 tbsp granulated garlic; 3/4 tsp salt; 2 tsp pepper; 3/4 tsp red pepper flakes; 1 1/2 cup smoked almonds; 12 large sourdough pretzels; 1 canola oil for frying; 1 large resealable plastic bag; 1 spicy honey dijon recipe follows; 1/2 cup dijon mustard; 1/4 cup honey; 1 chipotle pepper in adobo sauce; 2 tsp adobo sauce (optional); 1 tsp cider vinegar

Servings: persons

3 lb chicken tenders
2 cup buttermilk
2 tbsp dried basil
2 tbsp dried oregano
2 tbsp granulated garlic
3/4 tsp salt
2 tsp pepper
3/4 tsp red pepper flakes
1 1/2 cup smoked almonds
12 large sourdough pretzels
1 canola oil for frying
1 large resealable plastic bag
1 spicy honey dijon recipe follows
1/2 cup dijon mustard
1/4 cup honey
1 chipotle pepper in adobo sauce
2 tsp adobo sauce (optional)
1 tsp cider vinegar

1
Combine basil, garlic, salt, pepper and red pepper flakes.
2
Place buttermilk and 1/2 spice mix in bag.
3
Add chicken and massage bag until coated.
4
Refrigerate 6 to 12 hours.
5
Place almonds and pretzels in plastic bag.
6
Mash with rolling pin into small pieces and powder.
7
In large pan add oil (about 1 1/2 inches high).
8
Heat to 350.
9
Remove tenders from buttermilk and dredge in almond-pretzel mix.
10
Do not overcrowd pan.
11
Fry until golden brown, about 5 min.
12
Remove and drain on a wire rack.
13
In a small food processor, combine spicy sauce ingredients.
14
Refrigerate until ready to use.

2090

kcal

Calories

159

Fat

Carbs

121

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 lb chicken tenders, 2 cup buttermilk, 2 tbsp dried basil, 2 tbsp dried oregano, and more.

Yes, Awesome Pretzel Chicken Tenders with Spicy Honey Dijon Sauce falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Awesome Pretzel Chicken Tenders with Spicy Honey Dijon Sauce

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