Crispy Crunchy Chicken Tenders You’ll Crave Every Time

Enjoy these Crunchy Chicken Tenders baked to crispy perfection for a healthier take on fried chicken that satisfies your cravings.

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Prep Time 40

Cook Time 12

Brining Time 30

Total Time 1 22

Servings: 4 tenders

Course: Chicken

Cuisine: American

Calories: 250

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Chicken

600 g Chicken Tenderloins Can substitute with boneless skinless chicken breasts cut into strips.
1.5-3 teaspoons Salt Based on your preference.

For the Coating

2.5 cups Panko Breadcrumbs Key for a crunchy texture.
2 tablespoons Oil Can substitute with vegetable or olive oil.
2 large Eggs Acts as a binder.
0.5 cup Plain Flour Adds body to the batter.

For the Seasoning

1 teaspoon Onion Powder For added depth of flavor.
0.25 teaspoon Garlic Powder Enhances taste.
0.25 teaspoon Ground Black Pepper Provides the right amount of spice.

For the Batter

2 tablespoons Water To thin the batter.

Equipment

Baking sheet
Mixing bowl
Whisk
Oven

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Dry Brine the Chicken: Mix the chicken tenderloins in a bowl with salt, cover, and refrigerate for 30 to 40 minutes.
Toast Breadcrumbs: Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F), combine panko breadcrumbs with oil, coat, spread on a baking sheet, and bake for 8 to 10 minutes.
Prepare the Batter: In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, water, plain flour, onion powder, garlic powder, and black pepper.
Coat Chicken: Remove chicken from the fridge, dip into the batter, then roll in toasted panko breadcrumbs for thorough coating.
Bake: Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F), arrange coated tenders on a baking sheet, bake for 10 to 12 minutes until golden brown.
Serve: Allow to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm with dipping sauces.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tenderCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Let the chicken tenders cool slightly before serving them with your favorite dipping sauces for best results.

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