Homemade Baked Chicken Tenders
Crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside, these baked chicken tenders are a healthy alternative to traditional frying, perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Poultry
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound chicken breast, cut into strips
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 egg, beaten
- Cooking spray or olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Mix together the breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Dip each chicken strip into the beaten egg, allowing excess egg to drip off.
- Roll the egg-dipped chicken in the breadcrumb mixture, ensuring they are well-coated.
- Arrange the coated chicken strips on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Spray the tops lightly with cooking spray or drizzle with olive oil.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the tenders are thoroughly cooked and golden brown.
- Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
For a different crunch, substitute breadcrumbs with crushed cornflakes or use almond flour for a gluten-free option. Consider different spices or cheeses to vary flavors.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 150mg