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apple and honey-glazed chicken tenders recipe using fresh apples

How to Make Apple and Honey-Glazed Chicken Tenders

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Apple and Honey-Glazed Chicken Tenders are a sweet and savory dish featuring crispy chicken coated in a glaze made from fresh apples and honey. The balance of sweetness and tang, enhanced with apple cider vinegar and spices, makes it a crowd-pleaser for any occasion.
4.84 from 6 votes
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4
Calories 250 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • ½ cup apple jelly
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves

Instructions
 

  • Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate.
  • Mix apple jelly, honey, mustard, cinnamon, and salt together in a bowl. Brush chicken breasts with glaze.
    Place glazed chicken breasts on the preheated grill; cook, occasionally brushing chicken with more glaze, until chicken is no longer pink in the center, about 10 minutes per side. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
    apple and honey-glazed chicken tenders recipe

Notes

  • Adjust the glaze with cinnamon or nutmeg for extra flavor.
  • Avoid overcrowding the pan to keep the chicken crispy.
  • Serve with roasted veggies or a fresh salad.
  • Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 2 days. Reheat to maintain crispiness.
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