Crispy Baked Chicken Tenders
Get ready to savor the ultimate comfort food with these **Crispy Baked Chicken Tenders**, a healthier yet equally satisfying alternative to fried options! Packed with flavor, these chicken tenders are coated in a crunchy blend of seasoned breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, and aromatic spices like paprika and garlic powder. The secret to their irresistible crispiness lies in baking them to golden perfection with a light spritz of olive oil spray—no deep frying needed! Quick to prepare in just 15 minutes and ready in 20 minutes of baking, these tenders are perfect for busy weeknight dinners or as a crowd-pleasing appetizer. Serve them hot with your favorite dipping sauces for a meal that’s guaranteed to satisfy. Keywords: baked chicken tenders, crispy chicken tenders, easy dinner recipe, healthy chicken tenders, oven-baked chicken.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams chicken tenders
- 120 grams all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons water
- 150 grams breadcrumbs
- 60 grams Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- olive oil spray
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
Set up a breading station with three shallow bowls. In the first bowl, place the flour. In the second bowl, beat the eggs with water. In the third bowl, mix breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
Pat the chicken tenders dry with paper towels to remove any excess moisture.
Dip each chicken tender into the flour, coating it lightly, then shake off excess.
Next, dip the floured chicken into the beaten eggs, ensuring it is completely coated.
Finally, press the chicken into the breadcrumb mixture, turning to coat all sides evenly.
Place the coated chicken tenders on the prepared baking sheet. Ensure there is space between each piece to allow even cooking and crisping.
Lightly spray the chicken tenders with olive oil spray to help them crisp in the oven.
Bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes, then flip each tender and continue baking for another 10 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through. The internal temperature should reach 75°C (165°F).
Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy your crispy baked chicken tenders with your favorite dipping sauce!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
600 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 21.1 g | 27% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.3 g | 32% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 156 mg | 52% | |
| Sodium | 1386 mg | 60% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 69.8 g | 25% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.4 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.9 g | ||
| Protein | 34.3 g | 69% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 198 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 3.9 mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 390 mg | 8% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
