Healthy Chicken Tenders with Honey and Chili Oil Aioli

18 mins
Serves 1
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Directions

  1. 1Remove the tendon from the chicken tender using a fork and paper towel.
  2. 2Remove the tendon from the chicken tender using a fork and paper towel.
  3. 3Remove the tendon from the chicken tender using a fork and paper towel.
  4. 4Place the chicken tenders in a container with pickle juice and let them marinate.
  5. 5Place the chicken tenders in a container with pickle juice and let them marinate.
  6. 6Place the chicken tenders in a container with pickle juice and let them marinate.
  7. 7In a blender, add breadcrumbs, fresh rosemary, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
  8. 8In a blender, add breadcrumbs, fresh rosemary, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
  9. 9In a blender, add breadcrumbs, fresh rosemary, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
  10. 10Blend the breadcrumb mixture.
  11. 11Blend the breadcrumb mixture.
  12. 12Blend the breadcrumb mixture.
  13. 13Drain the pickle juice from the chicken tenders.
  14. 14Drain the pickle juice from the chicken tenders.
  15. 15Drain the pickle juice from the chicken tenders.
  16. 16Put the chicken tenders into a larger plastic container.
  17. 17Put the chicken tenders into a larger plastic container.
  18. 18Put the chicken tenders into a larger plastic container.
  19. 19Add avocado oil to the chicken tenders and mix.
  20. 20Add avocado oil to the chicken tenders and mix.
  21. 21Add avocado oil to the chicken tenders and mix.
  22. 22Add the blended breadcrumb mixture to the chicken tenders.
  23. 23Add the blended breadcrumb mixture to the chicken tenders.
  24. 24Add the blended breadcrumb mixture to the chicken tenders.
  25. 25Close the container and shake it to coat the chicken tenders evenly with the breadcrumbs.
  26. 26Close the container and shake it to coat the chicken tenders evenly with the breadcrumbs.
  27. 27Close the container and shake it to coat the chicken tenders evenly with the breadcrumbs.
  28. 28Lay the breaded chicken tenders on a wire rack over an oven tray.
  29. 29Lay the breaded chicken tenders on a wire rack over an oven tray.
  30. 30Lay the breaded chicken tenders on a wire rack over an oven tray.
  31. 31Bake the chicken tenders at 400°F for 18 minutes.
  32. 32Bake the chicken tenders at 400°F for 18 minutes.
  33. 33Bake the chicken tenders at 400°F for 18 minutes.
  34. 34For the aioli, add 4 ounces of Kewpie mayo to a blender cup.
  35. 35For the aioli, add 4 ounces of Kewpie mayo to a blender cup.
  36. 36For the aioli, add 4 ounces of Kewpie mayo to a blender cup.
  37. 37Add 2 tablespoons of chili crisps to the blender cup.
  38. 38Add 2 tablespoons of chili crisps to the blender cup.
  39. 39Add 2 tablespoons of chili crisps to the blender cup.
  40. 40Add 2 teaspoons of honey to the blender cup.
  41. 41Add 2 teaspoons of honey to the blender cup.
  42. 42Add 2 teaspoons of honey to the blender cup.
  43. 43Add 2 ounces of Sriracha to the blender cup.
  44. 44Add 2 ounces of Sriracha to the blender cup.
  45. 45Add 2 ounces of Sriracha to the blender cup.
  46. 46Blend all aioli ingredients until smooth.
  47. 47Blend all aioli ingredients until smooth.
  48. 48Blend all aioli ingredients until smooth.
  49. 49Pour the honey and chili oil aioli into a dipping bowl.
  50. 50Pour the honey and chili oil aioli into a dipping bowl.
  51. 51Pour the honey and chili oil aioli into a dipping bowl.
  52. 52Dip the cooked chicken tenders into the aioli and enjoy.
  53. 53Dip the cooked chicken tenders into the aioli and enjoy.
  54. 54Dip the cooked chicken tenders into the aioli and enjoy.

Ingredients

  • chicken tenders
  • chicken tenders
  • chicken tenders
  • pickle juice
  • pickle juice
  • pickle juice
  • breadcrumbs
  • breadcrumbs
  • breadcrumbs
  • fresh rosemary
  • fresh rosemary
  • fresh rosemary
  • salt
  • salt
  • salt
  • black pepper
  • black pepper
  • black pepper
  • garlic powder
  • garlic powder
  • garlic powder
  • paprika
  • paprika
  • paprika
  • avocado oil
  • avocado oil
  • avocado oil
  • 4 ounces Kewpie mayo
  • 4 ounces Kewpie mayo
  • 4 ounces Kewpie mayo
  • 2 tablespoons chili crisps
  • 2 tablespoons chili crisps
  • 2 tablespoons chili crisps
  • 2 teaspoons honey
  • 2 teaspoons honey
  • 2 teaspoons honey
  • 2 ounces Sriracha
  • 2 ounces Sriracha
  • 2 ounces Sriracha

Equipment

forkblendermetal strainerplastic containeroven traywire rack

Tips

  • This sauce goes on everything and can be dipped in anything.
  • Use real Sriracha for the aioli sauce to achieve the intended flavor.
  • Be careful when adding salt; add enough to taste but not too much to make the dish overly salty and ensure it's still healthy.
  • Ensure chicken is thoroughly coated with breadcrumbs by shaking the container well to achieve a crispy texture when baked.
  • For healthier chicken tenders, oven-bake them instead of frying to reduce fat content.
  • Always remove the tendon from the chicken tender for a better eating experience.
  • Marinating the chicken in pickle juice makes the tenders more flavorful and juicy.
  • Use a paper towel and a fork to pull out the tendon effectively.
  • Mixing the breadcrumbs with herbs and spices creates a more flavorful coating for the chicken.
  • The honey and chili oil aioli can be blended to a smooth consistency for dipping.
  • Serve the chicken tenders immediately after baking for best results.
  • The video mentions these are “healthy chicken tenders,” implying a healthier preparation method like baking instead of deep-frying.
  • The combination of honey and chili oil in the aioli provides a sweet and spicy kick to the tenders.
  • The use of Kewpie mayo for the aioli offers a rich and creamy base for the sauce.
  • Using fresh rosemary in the breadcrumb mixture enhances the aromatic profile of the chicken tenders.
  • Drain the pickle juice from the chicken tenders before proceeding with the breading process.
  • When mixing the chicken with the breadcrumbs, ensure each piece is well-coated for a consistent crust.
  • Bake the chicken tenders at 400°F for 18 minutes for optimal crispiness and doneness.