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Easy Baked Chicken Tenders

These crispy baked chicken tenders are breaded with seasoned panko crumbs for that extra crunch factor. Baking means there's no guilt of frying!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound boneless chicken tenders
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs beaten
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • Cooking spray
  • Optional: chopped fresh parsley for garnish

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and lightly coat with cooking spray.
  2. In a shallow bowl, whisk together flour, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
  3. Beat eggs in a second bowl until smooth.
  4. Place panko breadcrumbs in a third bowl.
  5. Working one tender at a time, dredge it in the seasoned flour, dip into the beaten eggs, then press into panko crumbs until fully coated.
  6. Arrange breaded tenders on the prepared sheet. Lightly mist the tops with cooking spray for extra crunch.
  7. Bake for 12–15 minutes, flipping halfway, until tenders are golden brown and reach an internal temperature of 165°F.
  8. Allow to rest 2 minutes, then garnish with parsley if desired.
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