Oven-Baked Honey Garlic Chicken Strips
Tender chicken strips coated in a sweet and sticky honey garlic glaze, baked to golden perfection—a kid-friendly dinner everyone will enjoy. This kid friendly-inspired chicken ready in about 35 minutes pairs chicken breast tenders, all-purpose flour, salt 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.
Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken breast tenders
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 cloves minced garlic
- 1 tbsp butter
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. In a shallow bowl, mix 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, 1/2 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp black pepper, and 1/2 tsp paprika.
- Step 2: In a second bowl, beat 2 large eggs until smooth. In a third bowl, place 1 cup panko breadcrumbs.
- Step 3: Dip each of the 1 lb chicken breast tenders first into the flour mixture, shaking off excess, then into the beaten eggs, and finally coat with panko breadcrumbs. Arrange the coated tenders on the prepared baking sheet.
- Step 4: Drizzle 2 tbsp olive oil evenly over the chicken strips and bake for 15-18 minutes until golden and cooked through, flipping halfway.
- Step 5: While chicken bakes, combine 1/4 cup honey, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 2 cloves minced garlic, and 1 tbsp butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Simmer for 3-4 minutes until the sauce thickens and becomes glossy.
- Step 6: Remove chicken from oven and toss gently in the honey garlic sauce until fully coated. Serve warm.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Oven-Baked Honey Garlic Chicken Strips take to make?
Total time is about 35 minutes (15 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 Oven-Baked Honey Garlic Chicken Strips?
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 breast tenders from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Oven-Baked Honey Garlic Chicken Strips?
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 Oven-Baked Honey Garlic Chicken Strips 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 Oven-Baked Honey Garlic Chicken Strips?
Kid Friendly chicken 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.
