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Crispy Baked Parmesan Chicken Tenders

These oven baked chicken tenders are perfectly crispy and flavorful without the need for any messy frying.

By Daily Recipes Book· 🌍 American· July 16, 2026
Crispy Baked Parmesan Chicken Tenders
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Prep
15 minutes
Cook
20 minutes
Total
35 minutes
Serves
4

If you are looking for a dinner that the whole family will love, these parmesan chicken tenders are a perfect choice. They come out golden and crunchy straight from the oven, making them a much easier alternative to traditional fried chicken.

My biggest tip for getting the best texture is to make sure you pat your chicken strips dry with a paper towel before dipping them. This helps the breading stick much better so you get a great crunch in every single bite.

Ingredients

  • 1 pound chicken tenders
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried parsley
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 cup all purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • Cooking spray

Instructions

  1. 1

    Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

  2. 2

    Set up three shallow bowls for your breading station. Place the flour in the first bowl. Put the beaten eggs in the second bowl. In the third bowl, stir together the panko, parmesan cheese, garlic powder, parsley, salt, and pepper.

  3. 3

    Dredge each chicken tender in the flour, shaking off any excess. Dip it into the egg, and then press it firmly into the parmesan breadcrumb mixture until fully coated.

  4. 4

    Place the coated chicken on your prepared baking sheet. Lightly spray the tops of the tenders with cooking spray to help them brown.

  5. 5

    Bake for 15 to 20 minutes, turning them halfway through, until the chicken is cooked through and the coating is golden brown.

💡 Tips

Serve these with your favorite dipping sauce like ranch or a homemade copycat Cane sauce. If you have leftovers, store them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days and reheat them in a toaster oven to keep the crust crispy.

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