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Chicken Tenders

Chicken Tenders

The ultimate comfort food, these Chicken Tenders are perfectly crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside. Made with simple ingredients, they're an easy weeknight dinner that everyone will love. Try this recipe tonight for a satisfying meal!
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 330

Ingredients
  

  • 12 tenderloins chicken tenderloins 1 ¼ lbs total
  • 1 large egg beaten
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • ½ cup seasoned breadcrumbs I like 4C, or use gluten-free breadcrumbs
  • ½ cup seasoned panko crumbs or gluten-free crumbs
  • to taste olive oil spray
  • to taste ketchup or BBQ sauce optional for dipping

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Frying Pan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking Sheet

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F.
  2. Line a sheet pan with parchment paper or aluminum foil and spray it lightly with olive oil.
  3. Season the chicken tenderloins with kosher salt.
  4. In a shallow bowl, crack and beat the egg.
  5. In another shallow bowl, combine the seasoned breadcrumbs and seasoned panko crumbs.
  6. Dip each chicken piece into the egg, then into the breadcrumb mixture, shaking off excess.
  7. Repeat the process for all chicken tenderloins and spray both sides with olive oil.
  8. Bake the chicken for about 18 minutes, flipping halfway through.
  9. Serve with ketchup or BBQ sauce.

Notes

  • Tip 1: Store any leftover Chicken Tenders in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.
  • Tip 2: These freeze well! Place cooled tenders in a single layer on a baking sheet, then freeze before transferring to a container. They can be frozen for up to three months.
  • Tip 3: Serve your Chicken Tenders with sides like a fresh salad or crispy fries for a complete meal.
  • Tip 4: Try different spices in the breadcrumb mixture for a unique flavor.
  • Tip 5: To reheat, bake them in the oven at 375°F for about 10 minutes until heated through.