Homemade Baked Chicken Tenders
Golden, crunchy chicken tenders baked to perfection that will have you ditching frozen options for good.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken breast, cut into strips
- 1 cup breadcrumbs Panko makes them louder and crunchier
- 1/2 cup flour
- 1 each egg, beaten
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- Cooking spray or olive oil
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Set up a breading station with three bowls: one for flour, one for the beaten egg, and one for breadcrumbs mixed with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
- Dredge each chicken strip in flour, then dip into the egg, and finally coat with breadcrumbs.
- Place the coated strips on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Lightly spray the chicken tenders with cooking spray or drizzle with olive oil.
Cooking
- Bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through, flipping halfway.
- Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
For extra crispiness, broil for 1-2 minutes but watch carefully. Rotate the tray if your oven has hot spots to ensure even cooking.