These crispy baked chicken tenders are a healthier alternative to traditional fried chicken tenders. Coated in a crispy breadcrumb mixture and baked to perfection, they are a delicious and easy-to-make meal for the whole family to enjoy.
Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken tenders
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 2 eggs
- Cooking spray
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F
- In a shallow dish, mix together breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper
- In another shallow dish, beat the eggs
- Dip each chicken tender in the egg mixture, then coat with the breadcrumb mixture
- Place the coated chicken tenders on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper
- Spray the tenders with cooking spray
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the coating is crispy and golden brown
- Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce
Interesting Facts
Baking the chicken tenders instead of frying them reduces the amount of unhealthy fats in the dish
Chicken tenders are a kid-friendly meal option that can be easily customized with different seasonings
These crispy baked chicken tenders are perfect for game day snacks or an easy weeknight dinner