Panko-Crusted Chicken Tenders

May 28, 2023May 28, 20230 2

Crispy Panko-Crusted Chicken Tenders Recipe

by The Chefin Main

Prep

10 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

25 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1 lb chicken tenders , cut in half if desired
	1 teaspoon kosher salt
	1 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
	1/2 cup all-purpose flour
	2 eggs , beaten with 2 tablespoons cold water
	2 cups panko breadcrumbs
	2 tablespoons canola oil or 2 tablespoons peanut oil

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

330

Sugar

Fat

15g

Panko-Crusted Chicken Tenders are a popular dish in North America, often served in restaurants and fast food chains. They're made from chicken tenders that are coated in flour, dipped in beaten egg, and coated in panko breadcrumbs before being deep-fried or cooked in the oven. The result is a crispy and flavorful chicken tender that can be enjoyed as a snack or as a main course. This recipe is a healthier version that uses less oil and bakes the chicken tenders in the oven.

Instructions

1.	Preheat your oven to 400°F.
2.	Season chicken tenders with salt and black pepper, then coat them in flour.
3.	Dip each chicken tender in beaten egg, then coat in panko breadcrumbs.
4.	Heat oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat, then add the chicken tenders and cook for 3-4 minutes until golden brown.
5.	Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 10-12 minutes until the chicken is fully cooked.

PROS

This recipe is quick and easy to make, and the chicken tenders turn out crispy and flavorful.

They’re a crowd-pleaser dish that can be served as a snack or main course.

CONS

The recipe calls for deep frying, which can lead to high calorie and fat content.

If you’re watching your diet, you might want to limit your intake of chicken tenders.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Chicken is a good source of protein, calcium, and phosphorus, and it’s low in fat.
Panko breadcrumbs are lighter and crisper than other types of breadcrumbs, making them a healthier choice.
Chicken tenders can be high in calories and sodium, though, so it’s best to enjoy them in moderation as part of a balanced diet.