Heart-Healthy Crispy Baked Chicken Tenderloin
Elevate your meals with this Heart-Healthy Crispy Baked Chicken Tenderloin recipe, a guilt-free twist on a family favorite! Tender, juicy chicken is coated in a wholesome blend of whole-wheat breadcrumbs, rolled oats, and grated Parmesan cheese, delivering a satisfying crunch without deep frying. Infused with bold flavors like garlic powder, paprika, and onion powder, these baked chicken tenderloins are perfectly seasoned and irresistibly golden. Using egg whites and a light olive oil spray keeps the dish low in fat, making it an ideal choice for health-conscious eaters. Ready in just 35 minutes, this easy and nutritious recipe pairs beautifully with a fresh salad or your favorite dipping sauce. With heart-healthy ingredients and bold flavors, these crispy tenderloins are sure to be a crowd-pleaser any night of the week!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Chicken tenderloins
- 1 cup Whole-wheat breadcrumbs
- 0.5 cup Rolled oats
- 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 2 whole Egg whites
- as needed Olive oil spray
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a shallow bowl, combine whole-wheat breadcrumbs, rolled oats, grated Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, black pepper, and salt.
In another bowl, lightly beat the egg whites until frothy.
Dip each chicken tenderloin into the egg whites, allowing excess to drip off, and then coat it thoroughly with the breadcrumb mixture. Press gently to adhere the coating.
Place the coated chicken tenderloins on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer.
Lightly spray the tenders with olive oil spray to help them crisp up in the oven.
Bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes. Then, flip each tenderloin over and bake for another 10 minutes, or until cooked through and golden brown.
Remove from the oven, let cool slightly, and garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.
Enjoy your heart-healthy crispy baked chicken tenderloins with a side salad or your choice of dipping sauce!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1149 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 19.6 g | 25% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.4 g | 27% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 243 mg | 81% | |
| Sodium | 2623 mg | 114% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 115.0 g | 42% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.3 g | 65% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.9 g | ||
| Protein | 128.5 g | 257% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 413 mg | 32% | |
| Iron | 9.8 mg | 54% | |
| Potassium | 1700 mg | 36% | |
*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.
