Description

Juicy chicken tenders glazed in a sweet and tangy mix of fresh apple juice, honey, and warm spices. Perfect for quick dinners or healthy indulgence.

Ingredients

Scale

1 lb chicken tenders
1/2 cup unsweetened apple juice or cider
1/4 cup pure honey
1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
2 cloves garlic, minced
Salt and black pepper to taste
1 tbsp olive oil or butter
Fresh thyme or rosemary for garnish

Instructions

Season chicken tenders with salt and black pepper on both sides.
In a small bowl, whisk together apple juice, honey, apple cider vinegar, cinnamon, and minced garlic.
Heat olive oil or butter in a skillet over medium heat.
Cook chicken tenders 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
Pour glaze over chicken and reduce heat to low.
Simmer for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until glaze thickens and coats chicken.
Sprinkle with fresh thyme or rosemary before serving.

Notes

For a spicy twist, add a pinch of red chili flakes or smoked paprika to the glaze. This dish pairs beautifully with mashed potatoes, rice, or roasted vegetables.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Main Dish
Method: Skillet
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 280
Sugar: 14g
Sodium: 420mg
Fat: 9g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Unsaturated Fat: 6g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 20g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 28g
Cholesterol: 85mg

Keywords: chicken tenders, honey glaze, apple glaze, quick dinner, healthy chicken recipe