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Oven-Baked Chicken Tender Delight

Crispy, Flavorful Chicken Tenders Baked to Perfection

4servings
35 min
Easy
Weeknight-friendly timingMacros ready to logFeeds a hungry crew
Oven-Baked Chicken Tender Delight

About this recipe

Revel in the delight of these oven-baked chicken tenders. Coated with a savory blend of breadcrumbs and spices, these tenders come out crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside. Enjoy a quick yet delicious dinner option that's sure to please everyone.

Ingredients

  • 1 pound chicken tenders
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • Oil spray

Directions

  1. 1

    Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).

  2. 2

    In a shallow dish, mix breadcrumbs, Parmesan, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.

  3. 3

    In another bowl, whisk together eggs, mayonnaise, and Dijon mustard.

  4. 4

    Dip each chicken tender into the egg mixture, then coat with breadcrumbs.

  5. 5

    Place the coated tenders on a wire rack over a baking sheet.

  6. 6

    Spray the tops lightly with oil spray.

  7. 7

    Bake for 20-25 minutes or until crispy and cooked through (internal temp: 165°F).

  8. 8

    Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.

Chef's tip

For a spicier kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the breadcrumb mixture.

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