Baked Parmesan Crusted Chicken Tenders
Crispy and flavorful, these Baked Parmesan Crusted Chicken Tenders are a healthy and delicious alternative to fried chicken, perfect for a quick family dinner or snack.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken tenders
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp dried Italian seasoning
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tbsp olive oil (optional, for brushing)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a lightly greased wire rack.
- In a shallow bowl, whisk the eggs until smooth.
- In another bowl, combine the Parmesan cheese, panko breadcrumbs, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper.
- Dip each chicken tender into the eggs, then coat thoroughly in the Parmesan breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
- Place the coated tenders on the prepared baking sheet or rack. For extra crispiness, lightly brush or spray olive oil over the tenders.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, turning halfway through, until the chicken is cooked through and the crust is golden brown.
- Remove from oven and let rest for 2-3 minutes before serving.
Notes
For an extra kick, serve with a side of marinara sauce or your favorite dipping sauce. You can also swap panko for gluten-free breadcrumbs if needed.