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Baked Chicken Tenders

The secret to the crispy crunch is in the seasoned coating – you’ll love how easy these are to make.

Ingredients :

  • 1 ½ pounds chicken tenderloins or whole chicken breasts*
  • ¼ cup all-purpose flour
  • ½ teaspoon seasoned salt
  • 1 cup cornflake crumbs or finely crushed cornflakes or crackers
  • 1 cup Panko bread crumbs
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt divided
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper divided
  • 2 large eggs beaten with 2 tablespoons water
  • cooking spray

Directions :

  • Preheat the oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • If using whole breasts, cut them into ¾-inch strips. Season the strips or tenderloins with ¼ teaspoon each salt and pepper.
  • In a bowl, combine flour and seasoned salt. In a second bowl, whisk eggs with water.
  • In a third shallow dish, combine cornflake crumbs, bread crumbs, paprika, garlic powder, and ¼ teaspoon salt & pepper (more to taste).
  • Dip the chicken in flour, shaking of any excess, then dip in the egg mixture, and finally into the breadcrumb mixture gently pressing to adhere.
  • Place the chicken on the prepared pan and generously spray with cooking spray or oil.
  • Bake for 18-22 minutes or until cooked through.

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