Description
Enjoy delectable, crunchy chicken tenders baked to perfection without deep frying. This easy recipe offers a savory crust and is perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breasts or chicken tenders, cut into strips
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Olive oil spray
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
- Set up a breading station with three shallow dishes: one with beaten eggs, another with panko breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, paprika, onion powder, salt, and pepper, mixed well.
- Dip each chicken tender strip first into the beaten eggs, letting excess drip off.
- Coat thoroughly in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
- Place breaded tenders on the prepared baking sheet, spaced apart.
- Lightly coat the top of each breaded chicken tender with olive oil spray for extra crispiness.
- Bake for 18-22 minutes, flipping halfway through, until chicken is cooked through (165°F/74°C) and coating is golden brown and crispy.
- Let rest for a minute or two before serving.
Notes
To avoid common errors, don’t overload the tray, press crumbs firmly, and use an instant-read thermometer for doneness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 22 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 90mg