Description
A healthier alternative to fried chicken tenders, these oven-baked crispy Parmesan tenders deliver on flavor and crunch while keeping your nutrition goals in check.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs chicken breast
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 egg
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In one bowl, whisk together the egg. In two other shallow dishes, combine panko breadcrumbs with garlic powder, onion powder, half of the Parmesan, salt, and pepper in one, and place plain breadcrumbs in the other.
- Dip each chicken strip first into the egg, allowing excess to drip off. Next, dredge in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing lightly to adhere.
- Place the coated chicken tenders on the prepared baking sheet, spread out for even baking.
- Lightly drizzle with olive oil.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Allow to cool slightly before serving.
Notes
For added crunch, consider using whole wheat panko breadcrumbs. Pair with your favorite dipping sauce for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 31g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: chicken tenders, Parmesan chicken, healthy dinner, oven-baked chicken, crispy chicken
