How to Make Lemon Chicken Tenders - A Step-by-Step Guide

There's something about the tangy, refreshing flavor of lemon that just screams spring and summer. And when it comes to chicken, there's no better way to showcase that bright flavor than with a delicious batch of Lemon Chicken Tenders. These tender, juicy strips of chicken are coated in a zesty lemon marinade and then crispy panko breadcrumbs for the perfect combination of citrusy freshness and satisfying crunch.

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Ingredients

  • ½ teaspoon ground paprika
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon pepper
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup Italian seasoned bread crumbs
  • 3 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 2-inch pieces
  • ½ cup white sugar
  • ½ cup lemon juice
  • 1 ½ teaspoons curry powder

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 35 mins
  • Servings: 4

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Line a rimmed baking sheet with aluminum foil.
  • Stir paprika, salt, and pepper together in a small bowl. Beat eggs in another bowl. Place bread crumbs in a third bowl.
  • Sprinkle seasoning over chicken pieces. Dip pieces in beaten egg, then dredge in bread crumbs. Arrange chicken pieces in a single layer on the prepared pan.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes, turning halfway through.
  • Meanwhile, stir sugar, lemon juice, and curry powder together in a small saucepan over medium-low heat. Cook and stir until sugar dissolves, about 5 minutes.
  • After chicken has cooked for 15 minutes, remove from the oven and drizzle lemon sauce over top. Return to the oven and bake for 5 more minutes.
  • Nutrition

    441 cal.

    • Total Fat: 6g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Cholesterol: 192mg
    • Sodium: 867mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 49g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 27g
    • Protein: 47g
    • Vitamin C: 16mg
    • Calcium: 79mg
    • Iron: 4mg
    • Potassium: 526mg