Description
Crispy, cheesy, and delicious, these baked chicken tenders with parmesan cheese are perfect for a quick dinner or an easy family meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken tenders
- 1 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 large eggs (or buttermilk for dipping)
- Cooking spray or olive oil
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a wire rack.
- Mix Coating: In a bowl, combine grated parmesan cheese, panko breadcrumbs, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Dip Chicken: Whisk eggs (or buttermilk) in a separate bowl. Dip each chicken tender into the egg mixture, then coat it evenly in the parmesan mixture.
- Bake: Arrange tenders on the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each piece. Spray lightly with cooking oil.
- Cook: Bake for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through for even browning. For extra crispiness, broil for 1-2 minutes at the end.
- Serve: Serve hot with marinara sauce or your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
- For a gluten-free version, substitute breadcrumbs with almond flour or crushed gluten-free crackers.
- For a keto-friendly option, use only parmesan cheese as the coating.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days and reheat in the oven or air fryer for the best results.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 320
- Fat: 18g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Protein: 25g
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