Crispy baked chicken tenders with a golden breadcrumb crust — juicy inside, crunchy outside, and oven-baked for a healthier twist on a classic.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
Ingredients
Scale
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1 ½ lbs chicken tenders or breasts cut into strips
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1 cup panko or regular breadcrumbs
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½ cup all-purpose flour
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2 large eggs, beaten
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1 tsp paprika
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1 tsp garlic powder
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1 tsp salt
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½ tsp black pepper
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Olive oil spray or cooking spray
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 425°F. Line baking sheet with parchment or rack.
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Set up 3 bowls: flour (with salt & pepper), beaten eggs, breadcrumbs (with paprika & garlic).
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Dredge each chicken piece: flour → egg → breadcrumbs.
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Place on baking tray. Spray tops with olive oil.
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Bake for 18–20 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and cooked through.
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Broil 1–2 minutes for extra crisp. Serve warm.