How to Make Dukkah-Crusted Chicken Tenders with Lemon-Saffron Aioli - A Step-by-Step Guide

Chicken tenders are a classic and versatile dish that can be enjoyed in a variety of ways. Whether you're looking for a party appetizer, a tasty snack, or a satisfying main course, these Dukkah-Crusted Chicken Tenders with Lemon-Saffron Aioli are sure to impress. The combination of crunchy Dukkah crust and creamy Lemon-Saffron Aioli makes for a flavor-packed and irresistible dish that will leave you craving more.

Dukkah is a Middle Eastern spice blend that typically includes a mixture...

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Ingredients

  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon preserved lemon, peel only, rinsed and minced
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon preserved lemon brine (from jar)
  • 1 pinch cayenne pepper
  • 1 pinch crumbled saffron
  • 2 egg whites, lightly beaten
  • ½ cup dukkah
  • 1 pound chicken tenderloins

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 35 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Combine mayonnaise, lemon peel, garlic, lemon brine, cayenne pepper, and saffron in a mini food processor; blend until smooth, scraping down sides once or twice. Refrigerate aioli until ready to use.
  • Place egg whites into a dish or bowl. Place dukkah into a second dish. Dip chicken tenders first into egg whites, letting excess drip off, then coat with dukkah. Place tenders on the prepared baking sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until chicken is no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, turning over halfway through, 12 to 15 minutes total. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
  • Nutrition

    362 cal.

    • Total Fat: 33g
    • Saturated Fat: 5g
    • Cholesterol: 80mg
    • Sodium: 536mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 6g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 1g
    • Protein: 30g
    • Vitamin C: 1mg
    • Calcium: 17mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 249mg