How to Make Easy Baked Chicken Tenders - A Step-by-Step Guide

There's nothing quite like the comfort of biting into a crispy and tender chicken tender. This easy baked chicken tenders recipe is a game-changer when it comes to quick and delicious weeknight dinners. With just a few simple ingredients and minimal prep time, you can have a satisfying meal on the table in no time.

Whether you're cooking for picky eaters, craving a healthier take on a classic favorite, or simply looking for a stress-free meal, this recipe has got you covered. Tender a...

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Ingredients

  • cooking spray
  • 1 large egg, beaten
  • 1 ¼ cups panko bread crumbs
  • 2 teaspoons garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground paprika
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 4 skinless, boneless chicken tenders, cut into 1/2-inch strips lengthwise

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 30 mins
  • Servings: 4

  • Gather all ingredients.
  • Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and spray with cooking spray.
  • Place egg in a shallow dish. Place panko, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper into a large zip-top freezer bag and mix well.
  • Dip 2 chicken strips into egg, then place into panko mixture and shake to coat. Place coated chicken pieces onto the prepared baking sheet. Repeat with remaining chicken.
  • Spray each chicken tender with cooking spray twice.
  • Bake tenders in the preheated oven for 7 minutes. Flip and continue to bake on opposite side until no longer pink in the centers, about 7 minutes more. Remove from the oven.
  • Set an oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source and preheat the oven's broiler.
  • Broil tenders in the preheated oven for extra crunch, about 1 to 2 minutes more.
  • Serve hot and enjoy!
  • Nutrition

    172 cal.

    • Total Fat: 4g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Cholesterol: 72mg
    • Sodium: 689mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 26g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 1g
    • Protein: 17g
    • Vitamin C: 1mg
    • Calcium: 18mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 149mg