Apple and Honey-Glazed Chicken Tenders with Fresh Apples
Try these apple and honey-glazed chicken tenders made with fresh apples for a sweet and savory twist on a classic favorite.
Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken tenders
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 large apple Honeycrisp or Fuji, thinly sliced
- ¼ cup honey
- ½ cup apple cider or apple juice
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp soy sauce or coconut aminos
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp cinnamon optional, for warmth
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter for extra richness, optional
- Fresh thyme or parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Pat the chicken tenders dry with a paper towel. Season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
- Sauté the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chicken tenders and cook for about 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
- Make the Glaze: In the same skillet, add apple cider, honey, soy sauce, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, and cinnamon. Stir well and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Add the Apples: Stir in the sliced apples and let them soften slightly, about 3-4 minutes.
- Glaze the Chicken: Return the chicken to the pan, coating each tender with the apple-honey glaze. Let simmer for 3-5 minutes until the sauce thickens and fully coats the chicken.
- Finish & Serve: Optionally, add a tablespoon of butter for extra richness. Garnish with fresh thyme or parsley and serve warm.
Notes
Nutrition Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Fat: 10g
- Protein: 30g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 450mg