Pan-Seared Chicken Tenders with Sweet Honey-Mustard Dip

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-20 · Updated 2026-06-20

Juicy chicken tenders pan-seared to golden perfection served with a tangy and sweet honey-mustard dipping sauce, perfect for kid-friendly meals or snacks. This American-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 20 minutes, pairs Chicken tenders, Olive oil, Salt for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 250 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
• 2 tbsp Olive oil
• 1 tsp Salt
• 1/2 tsp Black pepper
• 1/2 tsp Garlic powder
• 3 tbsp Honey
• 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
• 1 tbsp Mayonnaise
• 1 tsp Lemon juice

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Season 1 lb chicken tenders evenly with 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, and 1/2 tsp garlic powder.
2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
3. Step 3: Add the chicken tenders and cook for 4-5 minutes per side, turning once, until golden brown and cooked through with an internal temperature of 165°F.
4. Step 4: While chicken cooks, whisk together 3 tbsp honey, 2 tbsp Dijon mustard, 1 tbsp mayonnaise, and 1 tsp lemon juice in a small bowl until smooth and creamy.
5. Step 5: Remove chicken from skillet and let rest for 3 minutes before serving with the honey-mustard dip on the side for dipping.