Healthy Chicken Tenders with Honey and Chili Oil Aioli
Directions
- 1Remove the tendon from the chicken tender using a fork and paper towel.
- 2Place the chicken tenders in a container with pickle juice and let them marinate.
- 3In a blender, add breadcrumbs, fresh rosemary, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
- 4Blend the breadcrumb mixture.
- 5Drain the pickle juice from the chicken tenders.
- 6Put the chicken tenders into a larger plastic container.
- 7Add avocado oil to the chicken tenders and mix.
- 8Add the blended breadcrumb mixture to the chicken tenders.
- 9Close the container and shake it to coat the chicken tenders evenly with the breadcrumbs.
- 10Lay the breaded chicken tenders on a wire rack over an oven tray.
- 11Bake the chicken tenders at 400°F for 18 minutes.
- 12For the aioli, add 4 ounces of Kewpie mayo to a blender cup.
- 13Add 2 tablespoons of chili crisps to the blender cup.
- 14Add 2 teaspoons of honey to the blender cup.
- 15Add 2 ounces of Sriracha to the blender cup.
- 16Blend all aioli ingredients until smooth.
- 17Pour the honey and chili oil aioli into a dipping bowl.
- 18Dip the cooked chicken tenders into the aioli and enjoy.
Ingredients
- chicken tenders
- pickle juice
- breadcrumbs
- fresh rosemary
- salt
- black pepper
- garlic powder
- paprika
- avocado oil
- 4 ounces Kewpie mayo
- 2 tablespoons chili crisps
- 2 teaspoons honey
- 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.
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