YumVerseEats
Get New Recipes Weekly
Quick weeknight dinners, tested and ready.
No spam, unsubscribe anytime.
Crispy Baked Chicken Tenders
10
min active
·
4
servings
·
30
min total
Crunchy oven-baked tenders with a golden coating, ready in 30 minutes without frying.
Avo's Tip
Use a wire rack for extra crispiness.
No chicken tenders? Slice chicken breasts into 1-inch strips — same cook time.
No breadcrumbs? Crushed panko, cornflakes, or crackers all work for the coating.
Dairy-free? Swap parmesan for 2 tbsp nutritional yeast mixed into the breadcrumbs.
COMMON QUESTIONS
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know before you start cooking.
Can I air fry these?
Yes, cook at 400°F.
Can I use chicken breasts?
Slice into strips.
How do I keep them crispy?
Avoid overcrowding.
Storage & Reheating
Fridge: Store in airtight container up to 3 days.
Reheat: Reheat in oven to remain crisp.
Why It Works
Baking delivers crisp results without frying.
Popular This Week
15
min active
·
45
min total
10
min active
·
30
min total
15
min active
·
30
min total
20
min active
·
30
min total
10
min active
·
25
min total
Ingredients
1
1.5 lbs chicken tenders
2
Salt and pepper
3
1/2 cup parmesan
4
1 cup breadcrumbs
5
1 egg
Instructions
1
Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Place a wire rack on a baking sheet and lightly spray with cooking spray.
2
In a shallow bowl, beat the egg. In a separate shallow bowl, mix the breadcrumbs and Parmesan. Season both with salt and pepper.
3
Dip each chicken tender in the egg, letting excess drip off, then press firmly into the breadcrumb mixture to coat both sides evenly.
4
Place the coated tenders on the wire rack. Spray the tops lightly with cooking spray.
5
Bake for 18–20 minutes until the coating is golden and the chicken is cooked through. Internal temperature should reach 165°F (74°C). Serve immediately.
Quick Fixes
Not crispy enough: Make sure the oven is fully preheated to 425°F and the tenders aren't touching on the pan — crowding causes steam.
Coating falling off: Pat chicken dry before dipping in egg. Press breadcrumbs firmly onto each piece.
ingrediENTS
—
1
1.5 lbs chicken tenders
—
2
Salt and pepper
—
3
1/2 cup parmesan
—
4
1 cup breadcrumbs
—
5
1 egg
instructions
1
Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Place a wire rack on a baking sheet and lightly spray with cooking spray.
2
In a shallow bowl, beat the egg. In a separate shallow bowl, mix the breadcrumbs and Parmesan. Season both with salt and pepper.
3
Dip each chicken tender in the egg, letting excess drip off, then press firmly into the breadcrumb mixture to coat both sides evenly.
4
Place the coated tenders on the wire rack. Spray the tops lightly with cooking spray.
5
Bake for 18–20 minutes until the coating is golden and the chicken is cooked through. Internal temperature should reach 165°F (74°C). Serve immediately.
High comfort. Low effort. Designed for real weeknights.
RECIPE
Crispy Baked Chicken Tenders
10
min active
·
30
min total
·
4
servings
You Might Also Like
One-Pot Pasta
Easy one-pot pasta with sausage, spinach, and a creamy tomato basil sauce in 30 minutes.
10
min active
·
25
min total
DINNER
Authentic Mexican Street Corn (Elote)
Grilled corn with creamy sauce, cotija cheese, and chili — bold street flavor at home.
15
min active
·
25
min total
SIDE
.jpg)
Recipe Card
Your first week of dinners, free.
5 recipes, one shopping list, Sunday prep plan — instant download.