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Crispy oven-baked chicken tenders served with dipping sauce

Crispy Oven Baked Chicken Tenders

Delightfully crispy and juicy chicken tenders, perfect for family dinners or gatherings, with an easy step-by-step guide.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the coating
  • 1.5 cups panko breadcrumbs For a crispy coating
  • 1 light spray oil spray To enhance crunch
For the batter
  • 1 egg For binding
  • 1 tablespoon mayonnaise Adds creaminess
  • 1.5 tablespoons dijon mustard Adds zest
  • 2 tablespoons flour
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt For seasoning
  • 1 pinch black pepper
For the chicken
  • 500 grams chicken tenderloins or sliced chicken breast Freshly cut

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 200°C (390°F), or 180°C for fan-forced settings.
  2. Spread the panko breadcrumbs on a baking tray and lightly spray them with oil. Bake for 3 to 5 minutes until golden brown.
  3. In a separate bowl, combine egg, mayonnaise, dijon mustard, flour, salt, and pepper. Whisk until creamy.
  4. Toss the chicken pieces in the batter until well-coated.
Coating
  1. Use tongs to lift each piece of chicken into the panko, pressing down gently to ensure the crumbs stick.
  2. Transfer coated chicken to the prepared baking tray.
  3. Lightly spray chicken with oil and sprinkle with salt, if desired.
Baking
  1. Bake chicken in the preheated oven for 15 to 20 minutes, checking for doneness.
Serving
  1. Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce, like honey mustard, and garnish with fresh parsley if desired.

Notes

Double-coat chicken for extra crunch. Add cayenne pepper for heat. Use a thermometer to check chicken is cooked (75°C / 165°F). Leftovers keep in the fridge for up to 3 days or can be frozen.