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Baked Black Pepper Ranch Chicken Fingers with Honey Mustard


  • Author: amelia
  • Total Time: 4 minute
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

Crispy, juicy chicken fingers baked to perfection with a zesty black pepper ranch coating, paired with a sweet and tangy honey mustard dip—an irresistible combo for any meal or snack!


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 lb chicken tenders

  • 1 cup buttermilk

  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs

  • 2 tbsp ranch seasoning

  • 1 tsp freshly ground black pepper

  • 1 tsp garlic powder

  • ½ tsp salt

Honey Mustard Dip:

  • ¼ cup mayonnaise

  • 2 tbsp Dijon mustard

  • 2 tbsp honey


Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).

  2. Soak chicken in buttermilk for 15 minutes.

  3. Mix breadcrumbs with ranch seasoning, black pepper, garlic powder, and salt.

  4. Coat chicken in breadcrumb mix, pressing to adhere.

  5. Place on baking sheet lined with parchment. Bake 18–20 minutes until golden and cooked through.

  6. Mix dip ingredients until smooth. Serve with chicken fingers.

Notes

  • For extra crispiness, spray chicken lightly with cooking spray before baking.

  • Substitute Greek yogurt for mayo in the dip for a lighter version.

  • Perfect served with fries or a fresh salad.

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes |
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes

Nutrition

  • Calories: 350 kcal
  • Sodium: 600 mg
  • Fat: 12 g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Carbohydrates: 20 g
  • Protein: 35g