Crispy Baked Chicken Tenders
Crispy Baked Chicken Tenders are the ultimate crowd-pleaser, delivering a satisfying crunch and juicy flavor with every bite. Perfect for family dinners, game days, or casual gatherings, these tenders are easy to prepare and can be paired with your favorite dipping sauces for a delightful meal. With just a few simple ingredients and steps, you’ll have a golden-brown dish that everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 5 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tsp garlic powder
- 2 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- Olive oil spray
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Set up three shallow bowls: one with seasoned flour (flour mixed with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper), one with beaten eggs, and one with panko breadcrumbs.
- Coat each chicken breast in flour, dip in egg, and roll in panko until fully covered.
- Place the coated tenders on the baking sheet and lightly spray them with olive oil.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
- Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 tenders (150g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 140mg
Keywords: For extra flavor, marinate chicken in buttermilk for at least one hour before breading. Mix in spices like paprika or parmesan cheese to customize your tenders to your taste.