How to Make Baked Panko-Crusted Chicken Tenders - A Step-by-Step Guide

Looking for a delicious and easy-to-make meal that the whole family will love? Look no further than these Baked Panko-Crusted Chicken Tenders. This recipe is perfect for busy weeknights when you want something quick and satisfying that doesn't sacrifice on flavor. These crispy, tender chicken tenders are coated in a crunchy panko crust and baked to perfection, making them a healthier alternative to fried chicken tenders.

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Ingredients

  • ½ cup plain fat-free Greek yogurt
  • ¼ cup jarred roasted red peppers - drained, patted dry, and chopped
  • 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
  • ¼ teaspoon dried basil
  • ⅛ teaspoon salt
  • ⅛ teaspoon black pepper
  • ⅛ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¼ teaspoon onion powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 pound chicken tenders
  • 1 cup Italian-seasoned panko (Japanese bread crumbs)
  • 1 large egg, lightly beaten

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 40 mins
  • Servings: 4

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Make the dipping sauce: Combine Greek yogurt, red peppers, balsamic vinegar, basil, salt, pepper, and garlic powder in a mini food processor. Blend until smooth, then refrigerate until ready to use.
  • Make the chicken tenders: In a small bowl, combine garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Sprinkle over chicken tenders and toss to coat evenly.
  • Toast panko in a skillet over medium-high heat until golden brown, 4 to 5 minutes. Transfer to a shallow dish. Crack egg into a separate shallow dish. Dip chicken tenders first into egg, letting excess drip off, then coat with panko. Place tenders onto the prepared baking sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until chicken is no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, 12 to 15 minutes, flipping halfway through. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Serve with the dipping sauce.
  • Nutrition

    252 cal.

    • Total Fat: 6g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Cholesterol: 116mg
    • Sodium: 488mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 22g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 2g
    • Protein: 33g
    • Vitamin C: 8mg
    • Calcium: 25mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 239mg