You Won T Believe They Are Baked Chicken Fingers
Crispy, golden, and packed with flavor, "You Won’t Believe They Are Baked Chicken Fingers" are a healthier twist on a family favorite that doesn’t skimp on taste. These baked chicken tenders boast a crunchy coating of panko breadcrumbs and Parmesan cheese, perfectly seasoned with paprika, garlic, and black pepper. The secret is in the light spray of cooking oil that crisps them to perfection in the oven—no frying necessary! Ready in just 45 minutes, these easy, kid-friendly chicken fingers are ideal for weeknight dinners or as an irresistible appetizer. Serve them with your choice of dipping sauces for a crowd-pleasing meal that’s as wholesome as it is delicious.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Chicken tenders
- 0.5 cup All-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 2 large Eggs
- 2 tablespoons Milk
- 1 cup Panko breadcrumbs
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese (grated)
- Cooking spray
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat. Lightly spray with cooking spray and set aside.
In a shallow bowl, combine the flour, salt, black pepper, paprika, and garlic powder.
In a second shallow bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk until fully combined.
In a third shallow bowl, mix the panko breadcrumbs with the grated Parmesan cheese.
Pat the chicken tenders dry with paper towels. Dredge each piece through the seasoned flour, ensuring it is evenly coated, then dip it into the egg mixture, and finally coat it in the panko-Parmesan mixture. Press gently to ensure the breadcrumbs stick.
Place the coated chicken tenders on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them out to avoid overcrowding.
Lightly spray the tops of the chicken fingers with cooking spray to help them crisp up in the oven.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through cooking, until the chicken is golden brown and fully cooked. An instant-read thermometer should register 165°F (74°C) in the thickest part of the tenders.
Remove the chicken fingers from the oven and let them rest for a few minutes. Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauces!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2225 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 100.8 g | 129% | |
| Saturated Fat | 36.4 g | 182% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 697 mg | 232% | |
| Sodium | 7388 mg | 321% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 163.1 g | 59% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.2 g | 33% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.3 g | ||
| Protein | 163.5 g | 327% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.4 mcg | 12% | |
| Calcium | 1532 mg | 118% | |
| Iron | 11.2 mg | 62% | |
| Potassium | 1354 mg | 29% | |
*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.
