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Crispy Baked Chicken Tenders Without Breadcrumbs

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A healthier, easy recipe for crispy baked chicken tenders without using breadcrumbs, delivering a golden crunch with simple pantry ingredients and oven baking.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 pounds fresh, skinless chicken tenders or chicken breast slices cut into strips
  • 2 large eggs, beaten (room temperature)
  • 1 cup (120 grams) cornstarch
  • ¼ cup (25 grams) grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ½ teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon dried oregano or Italian seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or avocado oil

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. In a shallow bowl, combine cornstarch, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, and oregano. Stir well.
  3. In another bowl, whisk the eggs until smooth and slightly frothy.
  4. Dip each chicken tender into the beaten eggs, letting excess drip off, then dredge thoroughly in the cornstarch mixture. Press the coating gently to stick. Set aside.
  5. Place the tenders on a parchment-lined baking sheet or wire rack, spacing about an inch apart.
  6. Lightly drizzle or spray the tenders with olive or avocado oil.
  7. Bake for 15 minutes, then flip the tenders, drizzle or spray a little more oil, and bake for an additional 8-10 minutes until cooked through and golden crisp.
  8. Check that the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  9. Let the tenders rest for a few minutes before serving.

Notes

For extra crispiness, broil for 1-2 minutes at the end but watch closely to avoid burning. Do not overcrowd the baking sheet to prevent steaming. Room temperature eggs help the coating stick better. Pat chicken dry before coating. For dairy-free, omit Parmesan and add extra seasoning or nutritional yeast. Air fryer method: cook at 400°F (205°C) for 12-15 minutes, flipping halfway.

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