Garlic Parmesan Chicken Tenders (View Print Version)

Crispy chicken tenders coated in garlic-Parmesan crust, baked to golden with fragrant herbs and spices.

# What You'll Need:

→ Chicken

01 - 1 ½ lbs chicken tenders

→ Breading

02 - 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
03 - ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
04 - 1 tsp dried Italian herbs
05 - ½ tsp paprika
06 - ½ tsp salt
07 - ¼ tsp black pepper

→ Wet Mixture

08 - 2 large eggs
09 - 2 tbsp milk
10 - 1 tbsp Dijon mustard

→ Garlic Butter

11 - 3 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
12 - 3 cloves garlic, finely minced

→ For Serving

13 - Lemon wedges (optional)
14 - Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

# Method:

01 - Set the oven to 400°F and prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper or greasing it lightly.
02 - Combine panko breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, dried Italian herbs, paprika, salt, and black pepper in a shallow bowl.
03 - Whisk together eggs, milk, and Dijon mustard until smooth in a separate bowl.
04 - Stir melted butter and minced garlic together in a small bowl.
05 - Pat chicken tenders dry with paper towels. Dip each piece first into the egg mixture, then press into the breadcrumb mixture to evenly coat.
06 - Place the coated tenders on the prepared baking sheet and brush or drizzle each with the garlic butter mixture.
07 - Bake for 18 to 20 minutes, turning halfway through, until the tenders are golden brown and reach an internal temperature of 165°F.
08 - Serve immediately garnished with fresh parsley and lemon wedges if desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Simple and quick to prepare
  • Deliciously crispy and full of flavor
02 -
  • For extra crispiness broil for 1 2 minutes at the end of baking
  • Substitute panko with regular breadcrumbs if preferred
  • Delicious with marinara ranch or honey mustard dipping sauces
03 -
  • Broil for a minute or two at the end to get extra crispiness
  • Use fresh garlic for the best flavor
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