Description
Spicy Chicken Tenders are your go-to solution for a quick, indulgent meal that promises restaurant-quality flavor right at home. These crispy chicken strips are coated in a zesty spice mix and panko breadcrumbs, then baked to perfection for a crunchy exterior and juicy interior. Perfect for game nights or family dinners, these tenders will have everyone asking for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs), cut into strips
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tbsp hot sauce (adjust to taste)
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
Instructions
- 1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 2. Cut chicken breasts into strips about 1 inch wide.
- 3. In a small bowl, mix paprika, salt, and pepper.
- 4. Set up three bowls: one with beaten eggs, one with panko mixed with half of the spice blend, and one for the remaining spice blend.
- 5. Dip each chicken strip in egg wash, coat with the spice mix, then roll in panko breadcrumbs.
- 6. Place breaded chicken on the baking sheet in a single layer and bake for about 20 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 tenders (150g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 130mg