Maple-Glazed Chicken Tenders with Apple Slices

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Tender chicken tenders coated in a sweet-savory maple glaze, served alongside crisp baked apple slices for a balanced meal. This american-inspired kid friendly ready in about 32 minutes pairs chicken tenders, all-purpose flour, paprika for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 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.

Prep: 12 min Cook: 20 min Serves 4 American cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Pat chicken tenders dry, then season with 1/4 cup flour, paprika, garlic powder, and salt in a shallow dish.
  2. Step 2: Dredge each tender in seasoned flour, shaking off excess, and place in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  3. Step 3: Bake for 18-20 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and cooked through with no pink inside.
  4. Step 4: While chicken bakes, core and slice apples into 1/4-inch thick wedges. Toss with 1 tsp vegetable oil and sprinkle with a pinch of salt.
  5. Step 5: In a small bowl, whisk maple syrup, apple cider vinegar, and honey. After chicken bakes, brush glaze over tenders and top with apple slices. Serve immediately.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Maple-Glazed Chicken Tenders with Apple Slices take to make?

Total time is about 32 minutes (12 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 Maple-Glazed Chicken Tenders with Apple Slices?

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 Maple-Glazed Chicken Tenders with Apple Slices?

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 Maple-Glazed Chicken Tenders with Apple Slices 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.

What goes well with Maple-Glazed Chicken Tenders with Apple Slices?

American kid friendly like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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