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Baked Chicken Tenders For One

These baked chicken tenders are crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and ready in just 20 minutes. A quick and easy meal made with simple ingredients.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Course: Appetizer, Main Dish
Cuisine: American
Keyword: baked chicken tenders, chicken, chicken strips, chicken tenderloins, chicken tenders, oven baked chicken tenders, small batch chicken tenders
Servings: 1 serving
Author: Joanie Zisk

Equipment

Ingredients

  • ¼ cup seasoned bread crumbs
  • ¼ cup grated or shredded Parmesan cheese
  • 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ⅛ teaspoon salt
  • ⅛ teaspoon coarsely ground black pepper
  • 4 tablespoons salted butter -melted
  • 1 (6 to 8-ounce) boneless skinless chicken breast -sliced into 3 to 4 strips or use packaged chicken tenders
  • dipping sauces (optional): ranch dressing, blue cheese dressing, ketchup, bbq sauce
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Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil.
  • Make the coating: In a medium bowl, combine breadcrumbs, Parmesan, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
  • Melt the butter in a separate bowl.
  • Coat the chicken: Dip each chicken strip in butter, then press into the breadcrumb mixture to coat.
  • Bake: Place the coated chicken on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 15 to 20 minutes, or until golden and cooked through.
    Pro Tip: Use an instant-read thermometer to check for doneness - chicken is ready at 165°F (74°C). If you don’t have one, the juices should run clear with no pink.
  • Serve: Enjoy warm with your favorite dipping sauce.

Notes

  • Cut Even Strips: Slice the chicken breast lengthwise into even pieces for uniform cooking. No need to pound the meat.
  • Firmly Press Breading: Press the breadcrumb mixture onto each strip so it sticks well. Shake off any excess to prevent sogginess.
  • Line the Pan: Use parchment paper or a silicone baking mat to keep the chicken from sticking.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 749kcal | Carbohydrates: 21g | Protein: 39g | Fat: 51g | Saturated Fat: 29g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 12g | Trans Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 121mg | Sodium: 851mg | Potassium: 87mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 1458IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 68mg | Iron: 1mg

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