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Crispy Baked Chicken Tenders Recipe

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This recipe for Crispy Baked Chicken Tenders delivers a healthier alternative to fried chicken strips while maintaining a wonderfully crunchy texture and flavorful bite. Using panko breadcrumbs mixed with Parmesan cheese and aromatic spices, these chicken tenders are baked in the oven to golden perfection. Perfect for a family dinner or a crowd-pleasing appetizer, they are easy to prepare and serve with your favorite dipping sauce.

Ingredients

Scale

Chicken

  • 1 lb chicken breasts or chicken tenders (cut into strips)

Breading Mixture

  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs (or regular breadcrumbs)
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional for extra flavor)
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper

Others

  • 2 large eggs (beaten)
  • Olive oil spray (for coating)

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a lightly greased wire rack to promote even cooking and crispiness.
  2. Prepare Breading: In a shallow bowl, combine panko breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, paprika, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly to ensure even seasoning.
  3. Prepare Egg Wash: In another shallow bowl, beat the two large eggs until smooth and set aside.
  4. Coat Chicken: Dip each chicken strip first into the beaten eggs, allowing excess to drip off, then dredge it in the breadcrumb mixture pressing gently to adhere a thick crust. Place the breaded strips onto the prepared baking sheet or rack.
  5. Apply Olive Oil: Lightly spray the coated chicken tenders with olive oil spray to encourage browning and crispiness while baking.
  6. Bake: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for about 15-20 minutes, flipping the tenders halfway through to ensure even browning. Bake until the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F or 74°C) and the exterior is golden and crisp.
  7. Serve: Remove from the oven and let the chicken tenders rest for a few minutes before serving them hot with your favorite dipping sauce or side.

Notes

  • For extra crispiness, use panko breadcrumbs instead of regular ones.
  • Adding Parmesan cheese enhances flavor but can be omitted for a milder taste.
  • Ensure chicken strips are uniform in size for even cooking.
  • Using a wire rack on the baking sheet allows air circulation that promotes crispier chicken.
  • Check the internal temperature of chicken with a meat thermometer to ensure food safety.

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