Description
Baked Chicken Tenders (Halal) are a delicious and healthier alternative to fried chicken. These tenders are coated in crispy panko breadcrumbs, seasoned to perfection, and baked until golden brown. Ideal for family dinners or movie nights, they are easy to prepare and can be served with your favorite dipping sauces. Experience the satisfying crunch of these flavorful tenders without the frying fuss—perfect for any occasion!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup panko bread crumbs
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika (smoked if desired)
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- Olive oil spray
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cut chicken breasts into strips about 1-inch thick.
- In one bowl, whisk together eggs with salt and pepper. In another bowl, combine panko breadcrumbs, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Dredge each chicken strip in the egg mixture, then coat with the breadcrumb mixture thoroughly.
- Arrange the coated chicken strips on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer. Lightly spray with olive oil.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F/74°C).
- Serve immediately with your choice of dipping sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tenders (150g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 140mg