Description
Chicken tenders are a beloved classic, known for their crispy exterior and juicy interior. Perfect for any occasion, from family dinners to game nights, this easy recipe will have your taste buds celebrating with every bite. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create tender, flavorful chicken that pairs beautifully with your favorite dipping sauces. Get ready to impress family and friends with these irresistible homemade chicken tenders!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Your favorite dipping sauce (e.g., ranch or honey mustard)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cut chicken breasts into strips about 1 inch wide and season generously with salt and pepper.
- Set up a breading station: one bowl with flour mixed with garlic powder, one with beaten eggs, and one with panko breadcrumbs.
- Dip each chicken strip into the flour mixture, then the egg, and finally coat in breadcrumbs.
- Place breaded strips on the baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown and fully cooked (internal temperature of 165°F/74°C).
- Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauces.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tender (approx. 100g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg