Description

Savor the perfect blend of sweet and savory with these Apple and Honey-Glazed Chicken Tenders! Juicy chicken is coated in a rich, caramelized glaze made from apples, honey, and a touch of soy sauce for a balanced and flavorful dish. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a special meal!

Ingredients

Scale

Main Ingredients:

1 lb chicken tenders
1 apple (Honeycrisp or Granny Smith), thinly sliced
¼ cup honey
2 tbsp butter (or olive oil for a lighter version)
1 tbsp soy sauce
2 cloves garlic, minced
½ cup apple juice
½ tsp salt
¼ tsp black pepper
¼ tsp cinnamon (optional)

Optional Garnishes:

Fresh rosemary or thyme
Crushed nuts for crunch
Apple cider vinegar for a tangy kick

Instructions

1️⃣ Prepare the Chicken

Pat the chicken tenders dry and season with salt and pepper.
Optional: Marinate in soy sauce, garlic, and a drizzle of honey for 30 minutes.

2️⃣ Make the Apple-Honey Glaze

In a saucepan over medium heat, melt butter.
Add honey, apple juice, soy sauce, garlic, and cinnamon (if using).
Simmer until the mixture thickens slightly (about 5 minutes).

3️⃣ Cook the Chicken

Stovetop: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook tenders for 4–5 minutes per side until golden brown. In the last few minutes, brush the glaze over the chicken.
Oven: Preheat to 375°F (190°C). Bake tenders on a lined sheet for 20 minutes, brushing with glaze every 5 minutes.
Grill: Preheat grill to medium heat. Grill tenders for 4–5 minutes per side, glazing as they cook.

4️⃣ Serve & Garnish

Drizzle extra glaze over the tenders and garnish with fresh herbs or apple slices.

Notes

💡 Make it Healthier: Use olive oil instead of butter, and swap honey for agave syrup.
🔥 Spicy Version: Add a pinch of chili flakes for heat.
🍽 Pairs Well With: Mashed potatoes, rice pilaf, or roasted vegetables.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Dinner / Main Course
Method: Stovetop / Oven / Grill
Cuisine: American / Fusion

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: ~250 kcal
Sugar: ~18g
Sodium: ~250mg
Fat: ~8g
Carbohydrates: ~22g
Fiber: ~2g
Protein: ~20g
Cholesterol: ~50mg

Keywords: apple glazed chicken, honey chicken tenders, sweet and savory chicken, healthy chicken dinner