Description
These Crispy Oven Baked Chicken Tenders are a healthier twist on a classic favorite. Coated in seasoned breadcrumbs and baked until golden and crunchy, they deliver satisfying flavor and texture without deep frying—perfect for any meal or snack.
Ingredients
1 lb chicken tenders
1 cup all-purpose flour
2 large eggs
2 tablespoons milk
1 cup breadcrumbs (panko or regular)
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
Cooking spray
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400 °F (200 °C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
- Prepare three breading stations: flour in one bowl; whisked eggs and milk in another; breadcrumbs mixed with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper in a third.
- Dredge each chicken tender in flour, shake off excess, dip in egg wash, then coat with breadcrumb mixture.
- Place tenders on prepared baking sheet. Lightly spray tops with cooking spray.
- Bake for 18–20 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and internal temp reaches 165 °F (74 °C).
- Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauces.
Notes
- Mix in Parmesan or herbs for added flavor.
- Use gluten-free flour and breadcrumbs for a gluten-free version.
- Spray or lightly brush with oil to enhance crispiness.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (approx. 3–4 tenders)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 470mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
