Description
Catch the irresistible aroma of homemade chicken tenders as they bake to golden perfection! These crispy, juicy strips are coated in a seasoned breading that delivers crunch with every bite. Perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings, these tenders are easy to make and sure to please everyone at the table. Serve them with your favorite dipping sauces and watch them disappear!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (seasoned or plain)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil spray
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400?F (200?C). Cut each chicken breast into strips about 1 inch wide.
- Set up a breading station with three bowls: one with seasoned flour (salt and pepper), one with beaten eggs, and one with breadcrumbs mixed with garlic powder and paprika.
- Dip each chicken strip into the flour, then the egg wash, and finally coat with breadcrumbs. Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Lightly spray or drizzle with olive oil for extra crispiness. Bake for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through until golden brown.
- Let rest for a few minutes before serving hot with your favorite dipping sauces.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 tenders (150g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 95mg