Description
Chicken Tenders Parmesan is a delectable twist on a classic comfort dish that brings together crispy chicken tenders, rich marinara sauce, and ooey-gooey melted parmesan cheese. Perfect for busy weeknights or special family gatherings, this recipe is both easy to prepare and utterly satisfying. Each tender morsel delivers a crunchy texture, complemented by the savory flavors of herbs and tangy sauce. Ready in under an hour, this meal can be served with garlic bread, salads, or pasta for a complete dining experience. Whether you’re cooking for kids or entertaining guests, Chicken Tenders Parmesan is sure to impress and delight everyone at the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (cut into strips)
- 1 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 beaten eggs
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- Olive oil for drizzling
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Set up three bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and the last with panko breadcrumbs mixed with garlic powder and half of the parmesan.
- Coat each chicken strip in flour, dip in eggs, then coat in the breadcrumb mixture.
- Place on the baking sheet, drizzle lightly with olive oil, and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
- In the last five minutes of baking, spoon marinara sauce over each tender and top with remaining parmesan; return to oven until cheese melts.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 65mg