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Crispy Baked Chicken Tenders : Easy Crispy Baked Chicken Tenders Recipe

The Easiest Crispy Baked Chicken Tenders (That Actually Stay Crispy!)

Crispy baked chicken tenders that deliver the satisfying crunch of fried chicken without the oil, featuring a foolproof three-step breading process.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 8 tenders
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 340
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken Base
  • 1.5 lbs Chicken Tenderloins or boneless, skinless chicken breasts cut into 1 inch strips
Flour Coating
  • 1 cup all purpose flour
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
Egg Wash
  • 2 large eggs eggs
Breading Mixture
  • 2 cups Panko breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 2 tsp olive oil or cooking spray

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • Wire rack
  • Parchment paper
  • Shallow Dishes or Plates

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper. Place a wire rack on top of the baking sheet and lightly spray the wire rack with cooking spray.
  2. In the first dish, whisk together the all purpose flour, salt, pepper, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, and 1/2 tsp onion powder. In the second dish, crack the two eggs and whisk them until smooth and pale yellow. In the third dish, combine the Panko breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, remaining garlic powder, remaining onion powder, and smoked paprika. Mix together until evenly combined.
  3. Pat the chicken tenderloins completely dry with paper towels.
  4. Working with one chicken tender at a time, first dredge in the flour mixture, shaking off any excess. Then dip into the egg wash, letting any excess drip off. Finally, press into the panko mixture, pressing gently to help bread adhere. Place on the prepared wire rack.
  5. Lightly spray the tops of the tenders with olive oil or cooking spray. Bake for 15 to 20 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and crispy and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).

Nutrition

Calories: 340kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 24gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 140mgSodium: 280mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

These tenders are perfect for meal prep - they can be breaded ahead and stored in the fridge for up to 24 hours before baking. Reheat in the oven or air fryer for best results.
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