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Oven baked chicken tenders

Oven Baked Chicken Tenders

Oven baked chicken tenders with a crispy panko-Parmesan coating and a juicy center. This quick, easy recipe is perfect for busy nights and kid-friendly dinners. 
Recipe Developer-Estefania
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 14 minutes
Additional time2 minutes
Total Time 24 minutes

Ingredients

  • 2 Eggs
  • 2 Cloves Garlic Minced
  • ½ teaspoon Salt
  • ¼ teaspoon Black Pepper Freshly ground
  • 500 g Chicken Tenders
  • 100 g Panko Breadcrumbs
  • 30 g Parmesan Cheese
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika
  • Olive Oil Spray
  • 1 tablespoon Parsley Chopped

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and lightly grease it with olive oil spray.
  • In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Add the chicken tenders to the egg mixture and mix well, ensuring they are fully coated. Set aside.
  • In another bowl, combine panko breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika.
  • Take an egg-coated chicken tender and dredge it in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to adhere. Place the coated chicken tenders on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer. Lightly spray them with olive oil to help with crispiness.
  • Bake for 7 minutes, then flip. Lightly spray the other side with olive oil and bake for another 7 minutes until golden and crispy.
  • Let them rest for a couple of minutes before serving. Garnish with chopped parsley and a squeeze of lemon juice. Serve with your favorite dipping sauce.

Notes

Use Fresh Chicken: I always get the best results with fresh tenders. If I’m using frozen, I make sure they’re fully thawed so they cook evenly and stay juicy. 
Press the Breading Well: I like to press the crumbs gently into the chicken so the coating stays on and turns beautifully crisp in the oven. 
Light Olive Oil Spray: A quick spray of olive oil is my trick for getting that golden finish without frying. It really makes a difference. 
Flip for Even Crispiness: I always flip the tenders halfway through baking to make sure both sides get that same crunchy texture. 

Nutrition

Calories: 311kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 36g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.02g | Cholesterol: 167mg | Sodium: 772mg | Potassium: 587mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 546IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 162mg | Iron: 2mg