Description
Delicious and healthier baked chicken tenders, perfect for a quick meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup seasoned breadcrumbs
- 2 eggs (or flaxseed meal for vegan alternative)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese (or nutritional yeast for dairy-free)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (or avocado oil)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Slice the chicken breasts into strips, around 1-inch wide.
- In one bowl, whisk together the eggs with a splash of water. In another bowl, mix the breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, and spices.
- Dip each chicken strip into the egg wash, then coat it in the breadcrumb mixture.
- Place the breaded chicken strips on a parchment-lined baking sheet, ensuring they’re spaced out.
- Lightly drizzle olive oil over the chicken tenders.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Let rest for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
Consider pairing with homemade honey mustard, ranch dressing, or a spicy sriracha aioli.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 25
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: baked chicken tenders, healthy chicken recipe, homemade tenders
