Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Preheat your oven to the temperature listed on the chicken tender package. Arrange tenders in a single layer on a baking sheet and bake for about 20 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and crispy.
- While the chicken bakes, whisk together the honey, Dijon mustard, mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, kosher salt, olive oil, and minced garlic in a small bowl until smooth and creamy. Taste and adjust salt if needed.
- Add the chopped romaine, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and sliced avocado to a large bowl. Toss gently to combine.
- Once the chicken tenders are done and cool enough to handle, slice them into bite-sized pieces on a cutting board.
- Divide the salad between serving bowls, top with sliced crispy chicken tenders, and drizzle generously with honey mustard dressing. Serve immediately.
Notes
Soak sliced red onion in cold water for 5 minutes to reduce sharpness. Store all components separately for meal prep and assemble fresh each day. Reheat leftover chicken tenders in an air fryer or oven at 375 degrees F for 5 to 8 minutes to restore crunch. Dressing keeps refrigerated in a sealed jar for up to 5 days.
