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Everything Bagel Chicken Tenders

Extra crispy fried chicken tenders coated in panko and everything bagel seasoning, drizzled with a sweet and tangy honey mustard glaze.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Modern
Calories: 480
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken & Breading
  • 1.5 lbs chicken tenderloins tendon removed
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs beaten
  • 2 cups panko breadcrumbs
  • 3 tbsp Everything Bagel Seasoning divided
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • oil for frying
Honey Mustard Glaze
  • 0.5 cup mayonnaise
  • 3 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tbsp yellow mustard
  • 0.25 cup honey
  • 1 tsp apple cider vinegar

Equipment

  • Deep Skillet or Frying Pan
  • Wire rack
  • Whisk
  • Shallow Bowls

Method
 

  1. Set up a breading station with three bowls: flour/garlic powder mix, beaten eggs, and panko mixed with 2 tbsp seasoning.
  2. Pat chicken dry, then dredge in flour, dip in egg, and press firmly into panko mixture to coat.
  3. Heat oil in a large skillet to 350°F (175°C).
  4. Fry chicken in batches for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through (165°F).
  5. Transfer fried chicken to a wire rack to drain excess oil.
  6. Whisk together mayonnaise, mustards, honey, and vinegar to create the sauce.
  7. Arrange chicken on a plate, drizzle generously with sauce, and sprinkle with remaining Everything Bagel Seasoning.
  8. Serve immediately while warm and crispy.

Notes

For extra adhesion, let the breaded chicken sit on a rack for 10 minutes before frying.