Dukkah-Coated Chicken Tenders with Lemon–Saffron Aioli
Dukkah-Coated Chicken Tenders with Lemon–Saffron Aioli balance crunchy, nutty crusts with tender, juicy chicken. The aioli blends preserved lemon, saffron, and garlic for a bright, floral tang that lifts each bite. Serve as a weeknight dinner or party platter with wedges of lemon and fresh herbs for dipping.
- Prep20 mins
- Cook15 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Dukkah-Coated Chicken Tenders with Lemon–Saffron Aioli, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 42 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 0 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityFair
- 56 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 15
- Heart Health
- 51
- Metabolic
- 10
- Digestive
- 60
- Inflammatory
- 67
- Performance
- 29
- General Wellness
- 1
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 2
In a mini food processor, combine mayonnaise, lemon peel, garlic, lemon brine, cayenne pepper, and saffron; blend until smooth, scraping down the sides once or twice. Refrigerate the aioli until ready to use.
- 3
Put the egg whites in a dish or bowl. Put the dukkah in a second dish. Dip the chicken tenders into the egg whites first, letting the excess drip off, then coat with the dukkah. Arrange the tenders on the prepared baking sheet.
- 4
Bake in the preheated oven until the chicken is no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, turning once halfway through, 12 to 15 minutes total. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should register at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
- Calories 284.93 kcal Moderate 14%
- Protein 24.27 g Good Source 49%
- Carbohydrate 1.07 g 0%
- Total Fat 19.34 g High 25%
- Saturated Fat 2.73 g Moderate 14%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 57.62 mg Moderate 19%
- Sodium 443.75 mg Moderate 19%
- Dietary Fiber 0.05 g Low Source 0%
- Total Sugars 0.37 g --
- Added Sugars 0.29 g Low Source 1%
- Calcium 3.74 mg Low Source 0%
- Iron 0.4 mg Low Source 2%
- Potassium 9.03 mg Low Source 0%
- Vitamin A 1.7 mcg Low Source 0%
- Vitamin C 0.32 mg Low Source 0%
- Vitamin D 0.05 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Eggs 🥚
- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
- Garlic 🧄
About This Recipe
Dukkah Coated Chicken Tenders with Lemon Saffron Aioli is made with 7 ingredients and serves 4. It takes about 35 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Cayenne Pepper, Chicken Tenderloin, Egg Whites, and Garlic. Each serving provides about 284.93 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Dukkah-Coated Chicken Tenders with Lemon–Saffron Aioli made of?
- The main ingredients are Cayenne Pepper, Chicken Tenderloin, Egg Whites, Garlic, Mayonnaise. The full list of 7 is above.
- How long does it take to make Dukkah-Coated Chicken Tenders with Lemon–Saffron Aioli?
- About 35 mins in total: 20 mins to prepare and 15 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 284.93 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Dukkah-Coated Chicken Tenders with Lemon–Saffron Aioli easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 7 ingredients and 4 steps.
- Is Dukkah-Coated Chicken Tenders with Lemon–Saffron Aioli healthy?
- Dukkah-Coated Chicken Tenders with Lemon–Saffron Aioli has an easyChef Pro health score of 35/100. Per serving, it provides 284.93 calories and 24.27 g of protein, or 49% of the Daily Value. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 443.75 mg (19% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 2.73 g (14% of the Daily Value). It contains Eggs, Wheat, Gluten and Garlic, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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