Crispy Honey-Soy Glazed Chicken Tenders with Veggie Sticks
Golden-brown chicken tenders coated in a sweet-savory honey-soy glaze, served with vibrant carrot and cucumber sticks. This american-inspired kid friendly (gluten-free option) ready in about 30 minutes pairs chicken tenders, all-purpose flour, cornstarch for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken tenders
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 3 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 2 medium, peeled and cut into 3-inch sticks carrots
- 1 medium, cut into 3-inch sticks cucumber
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. In a shallow dish, combine 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, 2 tbsp cornstarch, 1 tsp garlic powder, and 1/2 tsp paprika. Dredge 1 lb chicken tenders in the flour mixture until fully coated.
- Step 2: Place coated tenders on a wire rack set over a baking sheet. Bake for 18-20 minutes until golden brown and cooked through, flipping halfway.
- Step 3: Whisk together 3 tbsp honey, 2 tbsp soy sauce, and 1 tbsp rice vinegar in a small bowl. Brush half the glaze over chicken tenders during the last 5 minutes of baking.
- Step 4: While chicken bakes, arrange 2 peeled carrots and 1 medium cucumber, cut into 3-inch sticks, on a serving platter.
- Step 5: Brush remaining glaze over baked tenders and serve immediately with vegetable sticks for dipping.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Crispy Honey-Soy Glazed Chicken Tenders with Veggie Sticks take to make?
Total time is about 30 minutes (10 min prep + 20 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Crispy Honey-Soy Glazed Chicken Tenders with Veggie Sticks?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep chicken tenders from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Crispy Honey-Soy Glazed Chicken Tenders with Veggie Sticks?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Crispy Honey-Soy Glazed Chicken Tenders with Veggie Sticks for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
Is Crispy Honey-Soy Glazed Chicken Tenders with Veggie Sticks gluten-free option?
Yes — this recipe is tagged gluten-free option based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Made with what I had on hand and it still came out great.
- ★★★★★
The aroma while cooking this was absolutely heavenly.
- ★★☆☆☆
The proportions seem off. Way too much of some ingredients.
