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Copycat Cracker Barrel Grilled Chicken Tenders Make Your New Favorite Satisfying Dinner

Cracker Barrel Grilled Chicken Tenders recipe, served and ready to eat, easy homemade dinner

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Enjoy Copycat Cracker Barrel Grilled Chicken Tenders with their juicy chicken tenders and flavorful grilled chicken marinade. This easy dinner recipe is perfect for busy weeknight dinners or a wholesome family dinner everyone will love.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups Italian dressing
  • 2 Tbsp lime juice
  • 6 Tbsp honey
  • 2 lb chicken tenderloins

Instructions

  1. Combine Italian dressing, lime juice, and honey thoroughly in a bowl.
  2. Place the chicken tenderloins into a resealable bag and pour the marinade over them. Refrigerate for several hours or overnight.
  3. Preheat your grill to prepare for cooking.
  4. Take the chicken out of the marinade and discard the leftover liquid.
  5. Grill the chicken tenderloins until they reach an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit, which should take about 10 to 12 minutes.

Notes

  • You can use any cut of chicken you prefer including tenderloins, breasts, thighs, or drumsticks
  • Both boneless and bone-in chicken work, but adjust cooking times accordingly for a safe internal temperature of 165ºF
  • For a spicy twist, try using Mike’s Hot Honey
  • If grilling isn’t an option, baking at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for about 15 minutes or pan-searing for 3 minutes per side also yields delicious results
  • Chicken tenders can also be cooked in an air fryer following specific instructions