Baked Chicken Tenders

Prep Time: 15minutes 
Cook Time: 25minutes 
Servings: 12

Ingredients

  • 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt divided
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 1/3 cups Panko breadcrumbs preferably whole-wheat
  • 1 teaspoon sweet paprika
  • 1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 5 teaspoons avocado oil or organic canola oil
  • 1 pound chicken tenders

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly coat a large baking sheet with cooking spray or brush with oil.
  • Prepare dredging stations:
  • In a shallow dish, combine the flour with 1/4 teaspoon of salt.
  • Beat the eggs in a second shallow dish and place it next to the flour mixture.
  • In a third shallow dish, stir together the breadcrumbs, paprika, garlic powder, and the remaining 1/4 teaspoon of salt. Drizzle the oil over the breadcrumb mixture and mix thoroughly with a fork to evenly coat the breadcrumbs.
  • Bread the chicken tenders:
  • Use one hand for dry ingredients and the other for wet ingredients.
  • Dip each chicken tender into the flour mixture, ensuring it’s fully coated. Shake off any excess.
  • Dip the tender into the eggs, coating completely.
  • Press the tender into the breadcrumb mixture, turning to ensure an even coat.
  • Place the breaded tenders onto the prepared baking sheet. Repeat for all tenders. Discard any leftover dredging mixtures.
  • Bake the tenders:
  • Place the baking sheet in the oven and bake for 22-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and golden brown.

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