Description
Delicious and crispy homemade baked chicken tenders coated in a flavorful mixture of breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, and spices. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a crowd-pleasing appetizer.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 1 pound chicken breast, cut into strips
Coating
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Binding & Finish
- 2 eggs, beaten
- Olive oil spray
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to prepare for baking the chicken tenders to a perfect golden crisp.
- Mix Coating: In a mixing bowl, combine the breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. This will form the flavorful crust for the chicken tenders.
- Coat Chicken: Dip each chicken strip into the beaten eggs to coat them evenly, then dredge them thoroughly in the breadcrumb mixture so each piece is well covered.
- Prepare Baking Sheet: Arrange the coated chicken tenders on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper for easy cleanup. Lightly spray the tenders with olive oil to help achieve a crispy texture while baking.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, flipping them halfway through the cooking time to ensure an even golden brown and thoroughly cooked chicken tender.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, you can broil the tenders for an additional 1-2 minutes at the end of baking, watching closely to prevent burning.
- Use panko breadcrumbs instead of regular breadcrumbs for a crunchier texture.
- Make sure chicken strips are uniform in size for even cooking.
- These tenders can be served with your favorite dipping sauces such as honey mustard, ranch, or barbecue sauce.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven to retain crispiness.
