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Crispy Oven-Baked Parmesan Chicken Tenders

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A quick and easy recipe for crispy, golden-baked chicken tenders coated in a flavorful parmesan breadcrumb crust. Perfect as a snack or party finger food with a juicy, tender inside.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound chicken tenders, trimmed of excess fat
  • 3/4 cup finely grated parmesan cheese
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs (gluten-free panko optional)
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour (almond flour for gluten-free option)
  • 2 large eggs, beaten, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs (oregano, basil, thyme mix)
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Olive oil spray

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper and, if using, place a wire rack on top.
  2. Prepare your coating stations: In one shallow bowl, mix the flour with a pinch of salt and pepper. In a second bowl, beat the eggs until smooth. In a third bowl, combine the breadcrumbs, parmesan, garlic powder, onion powder, dried Italian herbs, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
  3. Pat the chicken tenders dry with paper towels. Dredge each tender in the flour, shaking off excess.
  4. Dip each floured tender into the beaten eggs, then press firmly into the parmesan breadcrumb mixture to coat completely. Set aside on a plate.
  5. Arrange the coated tenders on the wire rack or parchment-lined baking sheet, spacing evenly so they don’t touch. Lightly spray with olive oil spray.
  6. Bake for 15 to 18 minutes, flipping halfway through to ensure even browning. The tenders should be golden brown and reach an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
  7. Let the tenders rest for 3 minutes after baking to crisp up further. Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauces.

Notes

Dry chicken tenders well before coating for better adhesion. Let coated tenders rest 10 minutes before baking to help the crust stick. Flip tenders gently halfway through baking to avoid scraping off the crust. For extra crispiness, broil for 1-2 minutes at the end but watch carefully to prevent burning. Avoid overcrowding the pan to maintain crispiness. Use a meat thermometer to ensure doneness.

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