Low Fat Crispy Baked Chicken Tenderloin
Indulge in guilt-free comfort food with this irresistible recipe for Low Fat Crispy Baked Chicken Tenderloin! Perfectly seasoned with garlic, onion powder, paprika, and a touch of Parmesan cheese, these tender chicken strips are marinated in low-fat buttermilk for juicy flavor, then coated in whole wheat breadcrumbs for a light yet satisfyingly crispy texture. Baked to golden perfection in just 20 minutes, this healthy alternative to fried chicken is both nutritious and delicious, making it ideal for weeknight dinners or game-day snacking. Ready in under an hour, serve these oven-baked chicken tenders with your favorite dipping sauce for a crowd-pleasing dish that's high on flavor and low on fat—perfect for health-conscious foodies and crispy chicken lovers alike!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams chicken tenderloins
- 240 ml low-fat buttermilk
- 100 grams whole wheat breadcrumbs
- 20 grams grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 spray olive oil cooking spray
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and lightly spray with olive oil cooking spray.
Place the chicken tenderloins in a shallow dish and pour the low-fat buttermilk over them. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to marinate.
In a separate shallow bowl, mix together the whole wheat breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
Remove the chicken tenderloins from the buttermilk, allowing any excess to drip off, and dredge each piece in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing lightly to ensure an even coat.
Place the coated chicken tenderloins on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they are evenly spaced to allow for proper air circulation and crispiness.
Spray the top of the chicken evenly with olive oil cooking spray to help with browning.
Bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes. Flip the chicken tenders and continue to bake for another 10 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the coating is crispy and golden brown.
Remove from the oven and let the tenders cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy your low-fat crispy baked chicken tenderloins with your favorite dipping sauce!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1020 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 18.1 g | 23% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.5 g | 32% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 276 mg | 92% | |
| Sodium | 2654 mg | 115% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 84.9 g | 31% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.7 g | 42% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.8 g | ||
| Protein | 128.9 g | 258% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.2 mcg | 16% | |
| Calcium | 648 mg | 50% | |
| Iron | 8.0 mg | 44% | |
| Potassium | 1896 mg | 40% | |
*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.
