Easy Crack Chicken Tenders
Easy Crack Chicken Tenders are the ultimate comfort food, combining juicy chicken strips with a crispy, golden coating that’s hard to resist. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, these tenders are quick to prepare and deliver mouthwatering flavor in every bite. Pair them with your favorite dipping sauce for a crowd-pleasing dish that will have everyone coming back for more.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ cup ranch dressing (for dipping)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or spray with nonstick spray.
- Slice chicken breasts into uniform strips, about 1 inch wide.
- In a mixing bowl, combine panko breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Coat each chicken strip in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
- Place the coated strips on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 pieces (170g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: - For extra crunch, consider double coating the chicken by dipping it back into egg before coating with breadcrumbs. - Experiment with different spices or herbs in the coating mix for personalized flavor profiles.