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Crunchy Chicken Tenders

Oven-Baked Crunchy Chicken Tenders for Guilt-Free Indulgence

Enjoy these Crunchy Chicken Tenders without the guilt of frying, a perfect family-friendly dish.
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Prep Time 40 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Brining Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 22 minutes
Servings: 4 tenders
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 600 g Chicken Tenderloins Substitute with boneless, skinless chicken breasts if needed.
For the Coating
  • 1.5 - 3 teaspoons Salt Adjust based on dry brining.
  • 2.5 cups Panko Breadcrumbs Can substitute with regular breadcrumbs.
  • 2 tablespoons Oil Use olive oil or melted butter.
  • 0.5 cup All-Purpose Flour Gluten-free flour can be used as a substitute.
  • 2 large Eggs No substitutes suggested for binding.
  • 2 tablespoons Water Adjusts batter consistency.
For Flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder Alternative: garlic powder.
  • 0.25 teaspoon Garlic Powder Omit for a milder flavor.
  • 0.25 teaspoon Ground Black Pepper Add more for an extra kick.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

Brining and Preparing
  1. Mix the chicken tenderloins with the salt in a bowl and refrigerate for 30-40 minutes.
Toasting Breadcrumbs
  1. Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F) and bake the panko breadcrumbs mixed with oil for 8-10 minutes.
Preparing Batter
  1. Whisk together eggs, water, flour, onion powder, garlic powder, and pepper until smooth.
Coating the Chicken
  1. Dip chicken in the batter, then coat with toasted panko breadcrumbs.
Baking the Tenders
  1. Bake the coated tenders on a parchment-lined sheet at 200°C (400°F) for 10-12 minutes.
Serving
  1. Remove from oven, let cool slightly, and serve with favorite dips.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tenderCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Make sure to toast panko breadcrumbs until golden brown for the best crunch.

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