Homemade Baked Chicken Tenders
Deliciously crispy baked chicken tenders that are healthier than their fried counterparts, perfect for weeknight dinners.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Poultry
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound chicken breast, cut into strips
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 egg, beaten
- Cooking spray or olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, combine the breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Take each chicken strip and dip it into the beaten egg, letting any excess egg drip off.
- Roll the egg-dipped chicken in the breadcrumb mixture, ensuring they are completely coated.
- Place the coated chicken strips on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Lightly spray the tops with cooking spray or drizzle with olive oil for extra crispiness.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes, until the tenders are thoroughly cooked and have a beautiful golden brown color.
- Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce, and enjoy the crunch!
Notes
Feel free to use seasoned breadcrumbs for extra flavor or substitute Parmesan with a dairy-free alternative.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 130mg
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