More protein, less carbs, and all the crunch of your favorite bagel.
Crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside, these chicken tenders are bursting with flavor. They have the same satisfying crunch of an everything bagel, but with a nice boost of protein instead of carbs!

For the outer layer, dried garlic and onion with toasted sesame seeds give this dish a savory flavor and texture. To keep the chicken juicy and tender, a mix of Paleo mayo and mustard are used for the marinade. Both condiments are simple to make at home (these Paleo mayo and mustard recipes are our favorites!), but you can also purchase trusted brands from your local health food store. When combined with raw honey, the tenders take on a subtle sweetness that blends perfectly with the added seasonings.

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To get started, combine the mayonnaise, mustard, and raw honey together in a bowl. In another bowl, combine the dried minced garlic, dried minced onion, sesame seeds, poppy seeds, salt, and pepper. Toss the chicken tenders together with the wet mixture in a large mixing bowl until the pieces are fully coated.

Next, coat the chicken tenders in the dry seasoning on all sides. Place them on a baking rack on top of a baking sheet. Transfer the tenders to the oven and bake for 40 minutes, making sure to flip halfway through. To ensure the tenders are fully cooked, cut a small incision in the center of a chicken tender to make sure the juices run clear. Once ready, serve alongside Paleo mayonnaise for a delicious snack.

Felicia Lim

Everything-But-The-Bagel Chicken Tenders

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Total time:50 mins

Cook Time:40 mins 40 minutes

Prep Time: 10 mins 10 minutes

Serves:4

Everything-But-The-Bagel Chicken Tenders

Recipe by: Felicia Lim

Crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside, these chicken tenders are bursting with flavor.

Tools

• Large baking sheet
• Baking rack
• 2 Large mixing bowls

Ingredients

• 2 lbs chicken tenders
• 2 T Paleo mayonnaise, plus extra for dipping
• 2 T Paleo mustard
• 1 T honey
• 3 T dried minced garlic
• 3 T dried minced onion
• 3 T toasted white sesame seeds
• 3 T poppy seeds
• 1 T black pepper
• 1 t salt

Instructions

• Preheat the oven to 350°F and place a baking rack on top of a large baking sheet.
• In a large bowl, combine the mayonnaise, mustard, and raw honey together. Mix well and set aside.
• In another bowl, mix the dried garlic, dried onion, sesame seeds, poppy seeds, ground black pepper, and salt together. Stir until the ingredients are evenly distributed.
• Place the chicken tenders in the bowl with the wet mixture, and coat the tenders on all sides.
• Next, dredge the chicken tenders in the dry seasoning and place them in a single layer on the prepared baking rack.
• Bake for 40 minutes, flipping halfway through. To ensure the chicken is cooked through, cut a small incision through the center of the meat to check that the juices run clear.
• Serve alongside Paleo mayonnaise for dipping.

Looking for Paleo ingredients? Here are a few we’d recommend:
Primal mayonnaise (Primal Kitchen)
Raw honey (Bee Farms)
Garlic powder (Frontier)
Onion powder (365 Everyday Value)
Sesame seeds (McCormick)
Black pepper (Frontier)

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