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Golden-brown crispy baked chicken tenders arranged on a white plate, showcasing their crunchy texture with a side of fresh green herbs and dipping sauce, styled casually on a wooden table with a rustic background.

Crispy Baked Chicken Tenders for a Crunchy Delight

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Tender strips of chicken coated in seasoned breadcrumbs, baked to crispy perfection, and served with dipping sauces.

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 pound chicken tenders
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil (optional for extra crispiness)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a shallow bowl, combine breadcrumbs, Parmesan, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  3. In another bowl, beat eggs.
  4. Dip each chicken tender into the eggs, then coat thoroughly with the breadcrumb mixture.
  5. Place coated tenders on the prepared baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil if desired.
  6. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through, flipping halfway through.

Notes

  • For extra crunch, spray tenders lightly with cooking spray before baking.
  • Serve with your favorite dipping sauces like ranch, honey mustard, or BBQ.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Healthy

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4 tenders
  • Calories: 320 Kcal
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 620mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 23g
  • Cholesterol: 85mg