Crispy Baked Chicken Tenders
Crispy Baked Chicken Tenders are your go-to weeknight meal, delivering juicy chicken coated in a crunchy panko crust. This easy recipe results in golden-brown tenders that rival any restaurant dish, making them perfect for family dinners, game nights, or a satisfying snack. With simple ingredients and straightforward instructions, these tenders will quickly become a favorite in your household.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 2 cups unseasoned panko breadcrumbs
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cut chicken breasts into strips about 1 inch thick.
- Set up a dredging station: In one bowl, combine flour with salt, pepper, and garlic powder; beat eggs in another bowl; place panko breadcrumbs in a third bowl.
- Dredge each chicken strip in flour, dip into beaten eggs, then coat thoroughly with panko.
- Arrange tenders on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown, flipping halfway through for even crispiness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tenders (140g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 590mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
Keywords: For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in buttermilk before dredging. You can substitute panko with crushed cornflakes for added crunch or mix in Parmesan cheese for a cheesy twist.