Baked Chicken Tenders
Crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, these baked chicken tenders are a healthier alternative to frying, perfect for dipping and satisfying for the whole family.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound chicken tenderloins
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 eggs
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, mix together the breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- In another bowl, crack the eggs and beat them well.
- Take each chicken tenderloin and dip it into the beaten eggs.
- Place the coated chicken tenders on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and golden.
Notes
For extra crunch, use panko breadcrumbs. Don’t overcrowd the baking sheet to ensure crispiness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 180mg
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