Homemade Baked Chicken Tenders
Crispy baked chicken tenders that are healthier than fried, ready in just 25 minutes—perfect for kids and weeknight meals.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ lbs chicken tenderloins
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons milk
- Cooking spray
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a shallow dish, combine breadcrumbs, Parmesan, and all seasonings.
- In another dish, whisk together eggs and milk.
- Dip each chicken tender in egg mixture, then coat in breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
- Place on prepared baking sheet. Spray tenders lightly with cooking spray.
- Bake for 15-18 minutes until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F).
- Serve with your favorite dipping sauces like honey mustard, BBQ sauce, or ranch.
Notes
For extra crispiness, broil the tenders for 1-2 minutes at the end. You can substitute panko with regular breadcrumbs and add a pinch of paprika for extra flavor. Serve with your favorite dipping sauces.