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Crispy Chicken Tenders with Honey Mustard Sauce Recipe

Golden, crunchy vegan chicken tenders paired with tangy honey mustard sauce for an easy, plant-based comfort meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For Crispy Vegan Chicken Tenders:
  • 2 cups vegan chicken strips
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 2 tbsp olive oil for brushing or spraying
For Honey Mustard Sauce:
  • 1/4 cup vegan mayonnaise
  • 2 tbsp maple syrup or agave
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tsp apple cider vinegar
  • Pinch of salt

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) or prepare air fryer according to instructions.
  2. Set up a dredging station: one bowl flour + spices, one bowl almond milk, one bowl panko.
  3. Dip vegan chicken strips in flour, then milk, then coat with panko breadcrumbs evenly.
  4. Arrange on baking sheet or air fryer basket; lightly brush or spray with olive oil.
  5. Bake for 15–20 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crispy.
  6. Whisk together vegan mayonnaise, maple syrup, Dijon, vinegar, and salt to make honey mustard sauce.
  7. Serve tenders hot with sauce on the side for maximum dipping satisfaction.

Notes

Nutritional Values (per serving)

  • Calories: 320
  • Total Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Carbohydrates: 36g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 15g

Vitamins & Minerals (per serving)

  • Vitamin A: 10%
  • Vitamin C: 6%
  • Calcium: 15%
  • Iron: 12%
  • Vitamin E: 8%

Notes & Tips

  • For extra crunch, double-dip strips before coating with panko.
  • Use gluten-free flour and breadcrumbs if needed.
  • Air-fryer option reduces oil while keeping crispiness intact.
  • Maple syrup balances mustard tang beautifully; adjust sweetness to taste.
  • Serve immediately for peak crunch; leftovers can be reheated in air fryer.