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Oven Baked Chicken Tenders Recipe

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Crispy and flavorful oven baked chicken tenders made with a crunchy panko breadcrumb coating and seasoned with paprika, garlic powder, and black pepper. Perfectly baked to golden perfection for a healthier alternative to fried chicken tenders.

Ingredients

Chicken

  • 1 lb chicken tenderloins

Breading Mixture

  • 1 ½ cups panko breadcrumbs
  • 2 tablespoon all-purpose flour
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper

Wet Dip

  • 1 egg
  • 2 tablespoon milk
  • 1 tablespoon mayonnaise

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to ensure it’s hot enough to crisp the chicken tenders evenly.
  2. Prepare Breading Mixture: In a shallow dish, combine the panko breadcrumbs, all-purpose flour, paprika, salt, garlic powder, and black pepper. Mix well to evenly distribute the seasoning.
  3. Mix Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg, milk, and mayonnaise until smooth and well blended. This mixture will help the coating stick to the chicken and add moisture.
  4. Coat Chicken Tenders: Dip each chicken tenderloin first into the wet mixture, ensuring it is fully coated. Then dredge it in the panko breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to adhere the coating fully.
  5. Arrange for Baking: Place the coated chicken tenders on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or a lightly greased wire rack on a sheet pan to promote even cooking and crispiness.
  6. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for about 15-20 minutes, flipping halfway through. The chicken tenders should be golden brown and reach an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) when done.
  7. Serve: Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy your crispy and tender oven baked chicken tenders with your favorite dipping sauce.

Notes

  • For extra crispiness, use a wire rack to elevate the chicken from the baking sheet while baking.
  • You can substitute mayonnaise with Greek yogurt for a lighter option.
  • Feel free to add chili powder or cayenne pepper for a spicy kick.
  • Make sure the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) for safe consumption.

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