Description
Crispy Baked Chicken Tenders are a delicious and easy-to-make dish that brings the joy of childhood favorites to your table. With juicy chicken enveloped in a golden, crunchy coating, these tenders are perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings. Serve them alongside your favorite dipping sauces for a meal that everyone will love and remember.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 2 cups panko breadcrumbs
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cut the chicken breasts into 1-inch strips for even cooking.
- Set up three bowls: one with flour mixed with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper; another with beaten eggs; and the last filled with panko breadcrumbs.
- Dredge each chicken strip in the seasoned flour, dip in the egg mixture, then coat thoroughly with panko breadcrumbs.
- Arrange the coated tenders on the baking sheet, ensuring they are not overcrowded.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and thoroughly cooked, flipping halfway through for even crispiness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 tenders (150g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 860mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 120mg