Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound chicken tenders or boneless chicken strips
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 cup panko bread crumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Cooking spray or olive oil spray
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
- Set up three shallow dishes: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with panko, Parmesan, paprika, garlic, onion powder, salt, and pepper mixed together.
- Dredge each chicken tender in flour, then dip in egg, and finally coat with the panko mixture, pressing to adhere.
- Place breaded tenders on the prepared baking sheet. Lightly spray with cooking spray for extra crispiness.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and cooked through, flipping halfway through.
- Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauces.
Notes
- For a spicier version, add cayenne pepper to the breadcrumb mixture.
- Use gluten-free flour and breadcrumbs for gluten-free options.
- Ensure chicken tenders are evenly coated for maximum crunch.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: High-protein, kid-friendly
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken tender
- Calories: 180 kcal Kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 310 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 15 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg