20 Finger Lickin’ Good Chicken Tender Recipes to Make

Try as we might, from time to time, we find ourselves in a dinner time chicken rut. Sure, we’ve gone over countless anything-but-boring ways to prepare it, and we’ve used rotisserie chicken to it’s full potential. Nevertheless, we need more ideas of just what to do with that bird. These 20 flavorful (and mostly healthy) chicken tender recipes are sure to spark those creative juices. Paired with delectable sauces like mango salsa, chipotle crema and classic honey mustard, these recipes will brighten up the dinner table and satisfy your inner child (and actual kiddos, too). You’ll want to get your hands on these tenders ASAP.

1. Parmesan and Cashew Crusted Chicken Tenders: Two types of bread crumbs team up with cashews, Parm and a handful of spices to ensure that the entire surface of these tenders is coated in crispy, flavorful goodness. (via Cooking and Beer)

2. Honey-Chipotle Chicken Crispers: The sweet-and-spicy coating on these chicken crispers is totally finger-lickin’ good. (via Le Creme de la Crumb)

3. Asian Lemon Chicken Tenders: A homemade take on a Chinese takeout favorite, these tangy-sweet tenders are absolutely delicious. (via Damn Delicious)

4. Goldfish Cracker Chicken Strips: A school of our favorite little fish-shaped cheese crackers swims out of the lunchbox and onto the dinner plate to create these oh-so-good chicken strips. (via Please Note)

5. Southern-Style Chicken Fingers With Sweet Tea Dipping Sauce: Talk about the perfect recipe to serve up on your porch (or fire escape… or rooftop). It simply screams summer and, as you could probably guess, is best enjoyed with a glass of sweet tea to sip on. (via Thirsty for Tea)

6. Tex-Mex Chicken Tenders With Garlicky Avocado Dipping Sauce: A dip in the creamy Greek yogurt, avocado and garlic sauce cools down these spicy tenders just enough. (via Oh, Sweet Basil)

7. Parmesan Baked Chicken Fingers With Sriracha Honey Mustard: Leave it to Sriracha to transform the usual honey mustard dip into a spectacular sauce for these tasty tenders. (via Little Spice Jar)

8. Baked Honey Mustard Chex Chicken Fingers (Gluten-Free): Crushed Chex cereal creates a fabulous, panko-like coating for these gluten-free tenders that everyone will enjoy. (via Betty Crocker)

9. Baked Honey BBQ Chicken Fingers: You barely need any dipping sauce for these moist chicken strips. A marinade of barbecue sauce and honey infuses them with loads of flavor from the start. (via Sally’s Baking Addiction)

10. Indian Spiced Chicken Tenders: Enjoy these almond-flour-crusted chicken fingers spiced with a fragrant blend of turmeric, garam masala, cayenne, coriander and cumin. Served with a chickpea-tomato-spinach curry and cooling cucumber-yogurt raita, these tenders create a meal that’s beyond compare. (via Rosanna’s Kitchen)

11. Cheesy Pretzel Chicken Pops: Everything is better when it’s on a stick. And that’s why this mix of cheese crackers, pretzels and skewered chicken fingers are so gosh darn fun to eat. (via A Spicy Perspective)

12. Crispy Cashew Coconut Chicken Tenders: Enjoy dipping these super crispy, nutty tenders in a homemade spicy mango-honey dipping sauce. It’s the perfect pairing. (via Carlsbad Cravings)

13. Baked Tortilla-Crusted Chicken Tenders: The blue hue may cause a few double takes, but trust that these tenders will be a hit with whoever tries them. Serve them with your favorite chip dips — salsa, guac and sour cream — or the recipe’s suggested mango salsa and chipotle crema. (via Cookie Monster Cooking)

14. Honey Bunches of Oats Crusted Chicken Strips: Cereal crusted chicken may seem strange, but honey is such a natural pairing with chicken strips that it makes sense here. These Honey Bunches of Oats fingers pack bunches and bunches of flavor. (via Little Leopard Book)

15. Crunchy Chicken Tenders: Now talk about a classic. You’ll need to get out the fryer, but any splatter that results will totally be worth it. These are sooo much better than anything you can pick up at the drive-thru. (via Kirbie Cravings)

16. Baked Pita Chicken: Use your favorite savory pita chip flavor to create an irresistibly crisp crust for these baked chicken fingers. No hummus required. (via A Zesty Bite)

17. Chili-Lime Baked Chicken Tenders: Lime juice and zest team up with chili powder to create a wonderful seasoning for these chicken fingers. The flavors are echoed in the yogurt dipping sauce served along side, bringing it full circle. (via The Stay at Home Chef)

18. Baked Cheddar Cheese Dijon Chicken Tenders: A spoonful of Dijon mustard and paprika add a touch of sophistication to these cheesy tenders that both kids and adults will enjoy. (via Just a Taste)

19. Chicken Tenders With Greek Yogurt Ranch: Now these are some healthy chicken fingers that taste anything but. Fresh bread crumbs made from whole-wheat bread are seasoned up with garlic and onion powders to create strips that are perfect for dippin’ in creamy ranch sauce. (via Damn Delicious)

20. Seitan Tenders (Vegan): Seitan does an excellent job mimicking chicken in these tasty meat-free tenders. (via The Humble Plate)

What’s your favorite way to enjoy chicken tenders? Baked, fried or from the local diner? Let’s talk below.

It Ends With Us has quickly become the most memorable movie of Blake Lively's career after rumors of drama between her and costar & director Justin Baldonimorphed into a full-on legal battle. And after the feud was uncovered, the internet has spiraled over what Blake Lively's relationships with her other costars are like — and whether what's happening behind the scenes of her movies are going to delay them. Well, A Simple Favor 2 director Paul Feig had the perfect response to rumors that another feud between Blake Lively and Anna Kendrick caused Amazon to shelve the movie.

Here's exactly what A Simple Favor 2 director Paul Feig had to say about Anna Kendrick and Blake Lively's relationship.

Paul Feig offers a very promising update on 'A Simple Favor 2'

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When a viral tweet claimed that Amazon had indefinitely delayed A Simple Favor 2 because of a feud between Blake Lively and Anna Kendrick, director Paul Feig stepped in to clear up the rumors.

"Despite glowing test screenings, Blake Lively’s refusal to promote—amid her messy legal battle with Justin Baldoni—and growing tensions with Anna Kendrick have derailed the sequel," X user Eric B tweeted on January 10. "Anna is furious. Paul Feig is disappointed. Hollywood is in shock. This isn’t just a movie—it’s an implosion."

"This is total BS. Sorry," Feig said in his retweet that same day. "The movie is finished and coming out soon. Don’t believe anything you read on social media these days."

And Anna Kendrick says reuniting with Blake Lively was "lovely."

Anna Kendrick also spilled on reuniting with Blake Lively, claiming that working together felt "a little bit like riding a bike."

"She lives on the East Coast, I live on the West Coast, so we don't get to see each other often," she told PEOPLE. "But it was lovely, and I think that those characters have such weird chemistry that it's so fun to just get the gang back together."

We don't know many details about the plot just yet but we do know it involves a destination wedding — and Blake Lively's Emily in a very fancy wedding dress. Stephanie and Emily "head to the beautiful island of Capri, Italy, for Emily’s extravagant wedding to a rich Italian businessman," according to the movie's synopsis (via People). "Along with the glamorous guests, expect murder and betrayal to RSVP for a wedding with more twists and turns than the road from the Marina Grande to the Capri town square."

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Check out The Best Blake Lively Movies to get ready for A Simple Favor 2.

Are you anxiously waiting for new TV shows to debut this year? Me too, particularly Meghan Markle's series With Love, Megan (January 15). But, we at Brit + Co have the perfect buffer that'll hold you over — revisiting the '90s.

Instead of trying to cram the likes of Dawson's Creek or Sex and the City into one weekend, we have the best show you should watch based on your zodiac! We've already made cozy plans to curl up with a cute blanket from T.J. Maxx so we can watch endless reruns of the shows associated with our signs, and we hope you join us!

Scroll to find the '90s show that perfectly matches your zodiac sign!

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Aries (March 21 - April 19): Buffy the Vampire Slayer

Bold, fearless, and always ready for a fight, Aries will love Buffy's courageous spirit and kick-ass attitude. She's got all the makings of a fire sign who means business.

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Taurus (April 20 - May 20): Friends

Taureans appreciate stability and comfort. Friends offers warm, familiar characters and a cozy, sitcom vibe. If you really want to tap into this vibe, call your besties and have an impromptu watch party!

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Gemini (May 21 - June 20): Felicity

Curious and ever-changing, Geminis will relate to Felicity's journey of self-discovery and her endless quest for knowledge. There's also the inevitable complicated relationship Felicity has with Ben and Noel that's hard to resist.

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Cancer (June 21 - July 22): Moesha

Cancerians are nurturing and empathetic. They'll connect with Moesha's family-oriented values and emotional depth. Though she didn't get everything right, Moesha always tried to remedy things whenever they went wrong — just like a true Cancer.

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Leo (July 23 - August 22): Beverly Hills, 90210

Leos love the spotlight and drama. 90210 delivers glamorous characters, high-stakes situations, and plenty of over-the-top moments.

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Virgo (August 23 - September 22): The X-Files

Virgos are analytical and detail-oriented. The X-Files offers a perfect blend of mystery, science, and a touch of the paranormal. What's not to love?

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Libra (September 23 - October 22): Sex and the City

Libras appreciate beauty, balance, and social connections. Sex and the City explores love, friendship, and fashion in a stylish and sophisticated way.

P.S. We won't be shocked if some of you discover you're more of a 'Charlotte' than a 'Carrie.'

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Scorpio (October 23 - November 21): Charmed

Intense and passionate, Scorpios will be drawn to the supernatural world of the Charmed Ones, filled with dark magic and powerful sisterhood.

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Sagittarius (November 22 - December 21): Fresh Prince of Bel-Air

Adventurous and optimistic, Sagittarians will enjoy the Fresh Prince's witty humor, vibrant personality, and knack for getting into trouble.

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Capricorn (December 22 - January 19): Dawson’s Creek

Ambitious and disciplined, Capricorns will appreciate Dawson's intellectual pursuits and the show's exploration of complex relationships and coming-of-age themes.

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Aquarius (January 20 - February 18): Daria

Quirky and independent, Aquarians will identify with Daria's unique perspective and her ability to see through societal norms. It's also not surprising that Daria has what some call a 'black cat' personality because Aquarians can have a dry sense of humor that's borderline sarcastic.

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Pisces (February 19 - March 20): Sabrina, the Teenage Witch

Dreamy and imaginative, Pisces will love Sabrina's magical adventures and her ability to navigate the challenges of adolescence with a touch of magic.

Revisit your weekly horoscope to see if our predictions for your zodiac came true this week!

Fashion trends continue to shock us, but we never thought some of the outdated looks that made us cringe would be as popular as they've become now. From barrel jeans to Mary Janes, 2024 didn't care what we thought. Based on your personal preference, you may think some trending styles from the past should've stayed there, but it's hard to argue with viral moments featuring them!

That's why we rounded up the top 7 fashion trends we thought we'd never see again. Some of them are here to stay, but we pray others are forgotten as 2025 gets underway.

These 7 outdated fashion trends that have totally come back around!

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1. Barrel Jeans

We have a love/hate relationship with barrel jeans because some of them can make us look frumpy. That's not a word we like to use often so that should be a hint at how complicated this fashion trend is for us. Still, we saw an increased interest in this and can't be mad at how great some people styled it.

Our favorite outfits included a plain button-up top, balloon jeans, flats, and a cute coat to accessorize it.

Try this style:H&M High Rise Barrel Leg Jeans

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2. Oxford Loafers

Wearing loafers is never a cause for burning down the fashion industry, but we didn't think the clunky versions would be a shoe of choice for anyone. Some of us can't forget wearing penny loafers with our school or church outfits, but we never thought we'd see modern versions of a shoe we were forced to wear.

P.S. Can you picture the plaid dress or skirt with thick white stockings stuffed into black penny loafers? Or, is that just us?

Try this style:Dr. Martens Adrian Virginia Leather Tassel Loafers

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3. Mary Jane Flats

Fashion trends aren't supposed to make us sigh and roll our eyes before admitting we love them, but Mary Jane flats elicited that response from us. We truly didn't know we'd see them so much in 2024, but they were another surprising popular style.

P.S. We have a pair in our closets too so you're not alone.

Try this style:Old Navy Mary Jane Square Toe Ballet Flats

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4. Metallic Studs Galore

This really shocked us because we thought people were leaning towards minimalism. As far as anyone can see, there isn't anything subtle about strategically placed metallic studs on a garment or shoe. But, guess what? The girls loved it.

We can't say that we gave into the hype, but we're glad people enjoyed playing around with gaudy pieces last year. For all we know, someone will still love wearing this trend in 2025.

Try this style:Madewell The Greta Ballet Flat

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5. Sequins Everywhere

We don't think this trend went out of style, but we saw how many people rushed to wear sequins during the holidays. We even gave in to it ourselves and we're kind of proud of it. However, we remember how annoying it was when some of our sequins popped off and rolled away into some unknown abyss.

Try this style:ELOQUII x Kate Spade New York Sequin Column Dress

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6. Mini Bubble Skirts

Some of us were unable to participate in this fashion trend because of the way we're shaped, but we weren't complaining. This is probably the most confusing trend that we kept seeing, making us question what year we were living in.

Somehow, mini bubble skirts were one of the trendy styles to wear in 2024, but we really wish they would go back to wherever they crawled from. Sorry, not sorry!

Try this style:A New Day Bubble Hem Mini Skirt

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7. Androgynous Neckties

It's not that we hated this trend back in the day, but we didn't think people would start wearing neckties again. It's one of those trends that felt easy to forget until you saw someone wearing one.

Try this style:Luckyvestir Tie

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