Truly Crispy Oven Baked Chicken Tenders

Enjoy these Truly Crispy Oven Baked Chicken Tenders, a delicious and healthier alternative to fried chicken, perfect for kids and adults alike.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 20

Total Time 35

Course Main Course

Cuisine American

Servings tenders

Calories 416 kcal

Equipment

oven
baking tray
Bowl
Tongs

Ingredients

Breadcrumb

1.5 cups panko breadcrumbs (Note 1)
oil spray

Batter

1 egg
1 tablespoon mayonnaise
1.5 tablespoon dijon mustard (or other mustard)
2 tablespoon flour
0.5 teaspoon salt
black pepper

Chicken

500 g chicken tenderloins (or breast cut into ⅔" / 1.5cm thick slices, lengthwise)
oil spray

Instructions

Preheat oven to 200°C/390°F (180° fan-forced).
Spread panko on a baking tray, spray with oil, then bake for 3 to 5 minutes until light golden. Transfer to bowl.
Place a rack on a baking tray.
Place the Batter ingredients in a bowl and whisk with a fork until combined. Add the chicken into the Batter and toss to coat.
Pick up chicken with tongs and place it into the panko bowl.
Sprinkle surface with breadcrumbs, then press down to adhere. Transfer onto baking tray.
Spray lightly with oil, sprinkle with a touch of salt (optional). Bake 15 to 20 minutes.
Remove from oven and serve immediately, with Sauce of choice and sprinkled with fresh parsley, if desired.

Notes

Panko are Japanese breadcrumbs which are larger than standard breadcrumbs, creating a far better crunch. Make ahead by toasting breadcrumbs and battering chicken for up to 2 days, crumb just before baking.

Nutrition

Serving: 248gCalories: 416kcalCarbohydrates: 29gProtein: 42gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 163mgSodium: 973mgPotassium: 705mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 130IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 85mgIron: 2.9mg

Keyword chicken tenders, Crispy, dinner, easy recipe, healthy, Oven Baked

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