Homemade Baked Chicken Tenders
A delicious and healthier alternative to fried chicken tenders, easy to customize, and a hit with kids and adults alike.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound chicken breasts, cut into strips
- 1 cup breadcrumbs Panko can be used for extra crunch.
- 1/2 cup flour
- 2 large eggs Beaten
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- to taste Salt and pepper
- as needed Olive oil spray
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Set up a breading station: place flour in one bowl, beaten eggs in a second bowl, and breadcrumbs mixed with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper in a third bowl.
- Dredge each chicken strip in flour, dip in eggs, then coat with the breadcrumb mixture.
- Place the coated chicken tenders on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Lightly spray the tenders with olive oil spray.
Cooking
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through.
Serving
- Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
For extra crunch, use panko breadcrumbs instead of regular breadcrumbs. Try adding your favorite herbs or spices to the breadcrumb mixture for more flavor. Make sure not to crowd the chicken tenders on the baking sheet; this helps them cook evenly and stay crispy.