Description
Crispy Homemade Baked Chicken Tenders are a healthy, delicious alternative to fried chicken strips. These tender, crunchy chicken tenders are baked to perfection, offering a satisfying snack or meal option that’s easy to prepare. Perfect for family dinners, parties, or quick snacks, this recipe combines flavor and nutrition in every crispy bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (450g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup panko bread crumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional but adds flavor)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- Cooking spray or olive oil for spraying
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
- Cut chicken breasts into long, thin strips resembling tenders.
- Set up three shallow bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with combined bread crumbs, Parmesan, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Dip each chicken strip into the flour, then the egg, and finally coat thoroughly with the bread crumb mixture. Press to ensure the coating sticks well.
- Arrange the coated chicken strips on the prepared baking sheet. Lightly spray with cooking spray or brush with olive oil.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, turning halfway through, until golden and crispy.
- Serve immediately with dips like honey mustard, ranch, or spicy sauces. Garnish with chopped parsley or hot sauce if desired.
Notes
- Use panko bread crumbs for extra crunch.
- Spray with olive oil before baking for a crispier exterior.
- Ensure oven is fully preheated for even cooking.
- Avoid overcrowding the baking sheet for optimal crispness.
- Optionally, add crushed cereal or toasted spices to the breading for added flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
- Category: Appetizers, Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 tenders
- Calories: 250 kcal Kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg