Description
Enjoy a healthier twist on a childhood favorite with these juicy and flavorful crispy oven-baked chicken tenders, coated in Parmesan cheese and spices.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breast tenders
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (preferably panko)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Salt to taste
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- Cooking spray or olive oil for greasing
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Prepare your chicken tenders by patting them dry with paper towels.
- In a shallow bowl, combine breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, black pepper, and a pinch of salt.
- In another bowl, whisk the eggs until well-beaten.
- Dust each chicken tender in flour, shaking off any excess.
- Dip the floured tender in the beaten eggs, letting any extra egg drip off.
- Coat the chicken in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing lightly to ensure adherence.
- Arrange the coated chicken tenders on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Lightly spray the chicken tenders with cooking spray or drizzle with olive oil.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until cooked through with a crispy coating.
Notes
For gluten-free options, use gluten-free breadcrumbs. For a vegan twist, substitute chicken with tofu or tempeh.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg