Post includes Weight Watchers points. The golden brown meat with char marks is definitely a summer staple and one of my favorite meal prep recipes. Like my Lemon Garlic Butter Chicken Tenders, and Crispy Oven Baked Chicken Tenders these honey soy chicken tenders not only cook quickly, but you will get juicy chicken and a wonderful Asian flavor thanks to the easy marinade ingredients. Grilled chicken tenderloins are a healthy source of protein, and this recipe can easily be made gluten free by using gluten free tamari soy sauce in the marinade. If you like grilled food then please check out these juicy Grilled Chicken Kabobs and best ever Asian Grilled Chicken Salad and delicious How To Grill Chicken Thighs post. Friends, trust me when I say that if you love Asian takeout you are going to love how simple it is to make these family-friendly, juicy grilled strips. It is an easy grilled chicken recipe with a flavorful marinade everyone will love.
Why Make This Recipe
Fast – Grilling chicken tenders only takes about 10 minutes. Kid-Friendly – Kids love chicken, so it’s always helpful to have multiple grilled chicken recipes in your arsenal. Healthy – White meat chicken is a healthy source of protein. Versatile Meal Prep – Serve these hot with fried rice and sauteed veggies, chop and serve over white rice, or serve cold over a salad to make a complete meal. Inexpensive – Chicken breast is fairly inexpensive. You can also use leftover chicken breast meat to cut tenders for other recipes.
Ingredient Notes
Chicken Breasts – This recipe calls for boneless skinless chicken breasts sliced thinly into tenders.Ginger Paste – You can find this in the grocery store’s produce section or use 1” of fresh ginger. Honey – Honey adds sweetness to this dish.Soy Sauce – To make this gluten free choose a gluten free soy sauce or use liquid aminos.Sesame Oil – Sesame oil has a toasty flavor that is common in Asian recipes. Sriracha – This optional ingredient adds a bit of spice to the tenders. You can omit it if desired. Alternatively, you can use red pepper flakes.
A Tip For Making Juicy Chicken
While you don’t need to, brining the chicken beforehand will help you keep it juicy and moist. Brine meat between 1-2 hours. A simple brine recipe => Mix together 4 cups water, 3 Tbs salt, 2 Tbsp sugar, half a lemon sliced, 2 bay leaves, 2-3 sprigs of rosemary, 2 smashed garlic cloves, and a Tbsp of peppercorns. Combine over medium heat in a pot until both the sugar and salt dissolve, switch off the heat and let cool completely before brining. Ready to make this grilled chicken strips recipe? Gather your ingredients and I will show you…
How To Make Grilled Chicken Tenders (Asian Style)
Get the complete ingredients list and instructions from the recipe card below.
Combine all of the marinade ingredients in a large bowl or bag. Add chicken tenders and toss to coat well. Marinate for at least 30 minutes or up to 4 hours. Oil the grill grates using olive oil, then preheat the grill / outdoor grill / cast iron grill pan to medium high heat (direct heat).Remove from the chicken marinade and grill the chicken in a single layer for 3-4 minutes on each side. Serve grilled chicken fingers warm with rice or on top of a salad. I love sprinkling sliced green onions over before serving.
How To Make Grilled Chicken Tenders in Air Fryer
Preheat air fryer to 375 degrees F / 190 degrees C.Combine all of the marinade ingredients in a large bowl or bag. Add in the chicken tenders, and toss to coat well. Let marinate for at least 30 minutes or up to 4 hours. Place chicken tenders in a single layer inside the air fryer basket, and air fry for 10-12 minutes, turning over halfway through the cook time.Check for doneness using a meat thermometer. The chicken is done when the internal temperature is at least 165 degrees F / 74 degrees C.
Best Way To Cut Chicken Tenders
Begin with a boneless, skinless chicken breast.Place the chicken on a cutting board.Cut the breast ‘against the grain’ into strips of equal length and thickness.
Pro Tips
Pour the marinade into a zip-top bag and add the chicken. Seal and massage the chicken to coat well. Marinate the chicken for at least 30 minutes. You can marinate overnight but be careful especially if you have lime or lemon juice in your marinade so as not to over marinate.Make sure to flip the meat halfway through cooking so they cook evenly on both sides.Cook poultry in a single layer, with space between them, so they cook evenly.Slice the chicken tenders as evenly as possible to avoid overcooking. Salt and pepper are not necessary for this recipe, but you can add some if you so desire to your taste.Double the recipe so you have leftovers for meal prep for treats like salads, wraps, rice, and more.
Delicious Variations
Add garlic – Fresh garlic or garlic powder adds a warm spice to the marinade.Use low sodium soy – If salt is a concern, use low sodium soy sauce.Add citrus – Sub in a little lime juice or fresh lemon juice for fragrance and flavor.Go gluten free – Swap in a gluten free soy sauce or use liquid aminos for a gluten free version of this recipe. Change flavor profile – don’t want Asian flavor, then try Italian seasoning, barbecue sauce, a simple lemony marinade, various dried herbs, etc can all work.Go vegan – Use firm tofu in place of chicken for a tasty vegan recipe.
Prep And Storage
Prep Ahead – Plan for at least 30 minutes and up to 4 hours to marinate the chicken. Store – Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Freeze – Follow the handy tips below for how to freeze these;Pour the marinade ingredients and the chicken into a freezer-safe bag. Remove as much air as possible.Freeze in the marinade for up to 3 months.Thaw overnight in the fridge and cook as directed.
FAQs
Serving Suggestions
Depending on what you like you can serve these with a dipping sauce, over a pasta dish, with rice or more. If wanting to keep it low carb you can serve with low carb roasted veggies and a simple green salad.
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Weight Watchers Points
There are 4 Blue Plan SmartPoints in one serving of this. Thank you for reading my easy grilled chicken tenders recipe post. And please come visit again as I continue to slice, dice, and dream up affordable Air Fryer recipes, Instant Pot Recipes, Southern Recipes, and more. Thanks for supporting Recipes from a Pantry, food blog.
