Description
These Crispy Homemade Baked Chicken Tenders are an easy, healthy, and delicious dinner option. Juicy chicken tenderloins are coated in a seasoned breadcrumb mixture and baked to golden perfection. A fun, kid-friendly recipe that’s perfect for busy weeknights!
Ingredients
For the Chicken Tenders: 1 lb chicken tenderloins (about 6-8 pieces) 1 cup Panko breadcrumbs 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional) 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder 1/2 teaspoon onion powder 1/2 teaspoon paprika Salt and pepper, to taste 2 large eggs, beaten 1/4 cup all-purpose flour For the Dipping Sauce (Optional): 1/2 cup ketchup 2 tablespoons honey mustard (or sauce of choice)
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and lightly spray with cooking spray. 2. Set up dredging station: flour in one shallow bowl, beaten eggs in another, and breadcrumbs mixed with Parmesan, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper in a third. 3. Coat each chicken tender in flour, then dip in egg, then press into breadcrumb mixture to coat evenly. 4. Arrange coated tenders on baking sheet, leaving space between each. Lightly spray tops with cooking spray. 5. Bake 15–20 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). 6. Cool slightly and serve with your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
• Use Panko for extra crunch. • Do not overcrowd the baking sheet to keep tenders crispy. • Flip halfway for even baking. • Season breadcrumbs to your liking—try Italian seasoning or cayenne for a kick. • Use gluten-free breadcrumbs if needed.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tenders
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
Keywords: Baked Chicken Tenders, Crispy Chicken Strips, Chicken Tenderloin Recipes, Healthy Chicken Tenders, Easy Chicken Dinner