Crispy Baked Chicken Tenders (Printable Version)
Crispy, golden oven-baked chicken strips covered in tasty breadcrumbs. A better-for-you twist on everyone’s favorite dish.
# What You'll Need:
→ Main Ingredients
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2 large eggs, whisked until smooth
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1 pound chicken breast or tenderloins, cut into thin strips
→ Breading Mixture
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½ cup shredded Parmesan (optional)
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1 cup plain or panko-style breadcrumbs
→ Seasonings
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¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
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1 teaspoon smoked or regular paprika
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½ teaspoon fine salt
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½ teaspoon powdered onion
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1 teaspoon garlic granules
→ For Coating
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Cooking spray made with olive oil
# Steps to Follow:
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If you didn’t grab pre-cut chicken, slice breasts into strips about an inch wide. Sprinkle some salt and pepper over them.
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In one dish, beat the eggs until smooth. In a second dish, stir together breadcrumbs, Parmesan, garlic powder, paprika, onion powder, a pinch of salt, and pepper.
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Dip each piece in the egg first, then roll it around in the breadcrumb mixture. Want it crunchier? Give it a second coating.
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Warm up the oven to 400°F (200°C). Arrange coated strips on a baking sheet with a rack on top, and spray them lightly with olive oil spray.
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Bake for 20-25 minutes, flipping them halfway through. They're done when they’re golden and reach an internal temp of 165°F (74°C).
# Additional Notes:
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Layering breadcrumbs twice makes them extra crispy.
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A wire rack helps everything cook evenly.
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Let them cool off a bit before digging in.