Oven-Baked Crispy Parmesan Chicken Tenders
Delicious and easy oven-baked crispy Parmesan chicken tenders that offer a crunchy exterior and juicy inside, perfect for dinner or gatherings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Poultry
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken tenders
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Marinara sauce (for serving)
- Ranch dressing (for serving)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Mix the Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Prepare the chicken by coating it with olive oil.
- Dredge each chicken tender in the Parmesan mixture, ensuring even coating.
- Arrange the coated tenders on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
- Serve with marinara sauce or ranch dressing for dipping.
Notes
For extra crispiness, use the broiler for the last few minutes of cooking, watching closely to avoid burning.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
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