Baked Chicken Tenders
Baked Chicken Tenders are a deliciously crispy and healthier alternative to fried chicken strips. These tender, juicy pieces of chicken are coated in a crunchy panko breadcrumb mixture, making them perfect for family dinners or entertaining guests. Served with a honey-soy dipping sauce, they promise to satisfy your cravings while being easy to prepare. Enjoy these flavorful tenders as an appetizer or main dish and watch them disappear!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 large eggs
- 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp honey
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Cut chicken breasts into strips and season with salt and pepper.
- In one bowl, whisk the eggs; in another bowl, combine panko breadcrumbs and Parmesan cheese.
- Dip each chicken strip into the egg mixture, then coat thoroughly with the breadcrumb mixture. Arrange on the baking dish in a single layer.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach at least 165°F/74°C).
- While baking, mix soy sauce and honey in a small bowl for dipping.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 tenders (150g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
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