Recipe: Quinoa-Crusted Honey Mustard Chicken
Four Ingredients for Better-for-You, Tasty Tenders
Who couldn’t use a quick and easy dinner recipe that’s healthy, delicious, and kid-friendly? We’ve all been there: you come home at the end of a long day, starving and in need of a fast dinner option that will satisfy and energize. Enter our Quinoa-Crusted Honey Mustard Chicken.
The recipe name may be long, but the grocery list and cooking time is just the opposite. With four, nutritious ingredients—well, five, if you count salt and pepper—and minimal time spent in the kitchen, it’s almost hard to believe this impressive dinner couldn’t be easier to prepare.
Far from your greasy fast food tenders, or frozen chicken clumped in a brick, our fresh take utilizes a delectable, crispy crust made from our Original Quinoa & Kale blend. With the addition of homemade tangy honey mustard (no dipping sauce required), these crispy chicken tenders are a satisfying and wholesome take on a comfort food classic. Convenient to prepare, quick to bake, and did we mention it’s ready in less time than it takes to stream an episode of your favorite sitcom? That’s what we call a dinner win-win.
QUINOA-CRUSTED HONEY MUSTARD CHICKEN (serves 4)
Here’s what you need:
- 1 Bag (10 oz.) Path of Life The Original Quinoa & Kale, cooked according to package instructions
- 1 1/2 Lb Chicken Breasts
- 1/4 cup Dijon Mustard
- 2 Tbsp Honey
- Salt and Pepper (optional)
Here’s what to do:
- Start by preheating your oven to 450°F.
- Place Quinoa & Kale on a plate. Season chicken with salt and pepper, if desired.
- Combine Dijon and honey in a small mixing bowl.
- Dip chicken tenderloins into Dijon mixture one at a time.
- Firmly press tenderloins into quinoa. Place chicken onto a foil-lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes or until the internal temperature registers 165°F.
That’s it! A simple, quick, and delicious chicken recipe you’ll have on repeat. This dish pairs perfectly with a side salad or veggies of your choice for a more nutritious meal.
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