Cracker Barrel Grilled Chicken Tenders Recipe
This copycat Cracker Barrel Grilled Chicken Tenders recipe delivers all the smoky, savory goodness of the restaurant version made right at home with simple pantry staples. It's juicy, flavorful, and perfectly tender every time.
Equipment
- 1 Grill pan or cast iron skillet
- 1 Mixing bowl
- 1 Measuring cup
- 1 Tongs
Ingredients
- 1 ½ lbs chicken tenders
- ½ cup Italian dressing
- 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 2 tsp honey
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp salt optional
- Cooking spray or olive oil for grill pan
Instructions
- Make the marinade: In a mixing bowl, whisk together Italian dressing, lime juice, honey, garlic powder, and black pepper until well combined.
- Marinate the chicken: Place the chicken tenders in the marinade. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or up to overnight for maximum flavor.
- Preheat grill or skillet: Spray your grill pan or skillet with cooking spray or olive oil. Heat over medium-high heat.
- Grill the chicken: Remove the chicken from the marinade and place onto the hot grill pan. Cook for 5–6 minutes per side until nicely charred and cooked through.
- Rest and serve: Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving to retain juices. Enjoy with mashed potatoes, green beans, or a fresh garden salad!
Notes
Want it extra tender? Try pounding the chicken slightly before marinating. Leftovers make great wraps or salads the next day!
