Description
Crispy Turmeric Chicken Tenders deliver a delightful crunch and vibrant flavor that will tantalize your taste buds. These golden-brown strips of chicken, seasoned with earthy turmeric and aromatic spices, are perfect for any occasion—from family dinners to lively gatherings. Easy to prepare and versatile, they can be baked or pan-seared to perfection. Served with a sweet and savory dipping sauce, these tenders are destined to become a favorite in your household.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 tsp ground turmeric
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Slice chicken breasts into strips and season with salt and pepper.
- Set up a coating station: one bowl for beaten eggs, another for panko breadcrumbs mixed with turmeric and garlic powder.
- Dip each chicken strip into the egg wash, then coat thoroughly with the breadcrumb mixture.
- Place coated tenders on the baking dish, drizzle with olive oil, and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and cooked through, flipping halfway.
- Meanwhile, mix honey and soy sauce in a bowl for the dipping sauce.
- Serve hot with the sauce drizzled on top.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tender (85g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 75mg