Crispy Homemade Baked Chicken Tenders: 7 Irresistible Secrets
Crispy Homemade Baked Chicken Tenders are a healthier alternative to fried chicken. They are easy to make and packed with flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound chicken tenders
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cooking spray
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, mix breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- In another bowl, beat the eggs.
- Dip each chicken tender in the egg, then coat with the breadcrumb mixture.
- Place the coated chicken tenders on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Spray the tenders lightly with cooking spray.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.
- Serve hot.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate chicken in buttermilk for a few hours before coating.
- Use panko breadcrumbs for an even crispier texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg