Oven Baked 

CHICKEN TENDERS (Crispy Golden)

Making oven baked chicken tenders at home is easy, affordable and a healthier alternative to fast food. The tasty marinade and crispy bread coating will provide you with incredibly flavorful and juicy baked chicken strips that are perfect for kid-friendly lunches or weeknight dinners.

Yeast Package
Yeast Package
Flour Bowl
Flour Bowl
Thermometer
Thermometer

WHY MAKE THIS RECIPE

Healthier – Making baked chicken tenders in oven without oil mean they are a healthier option. Ultimate Finger Food – Serve with a variety of dipping sauces for dinner, snacks, lunch, at parties, and on game day.   Kid-Approved – Kids love those restaurant and fast food chicken strips. Making them at home will save money and time.

INGREDIENT NOTES

Chicken – Look for chicken tenderloins, or you can cut breasts into chicken strips. Mayo Batter – A wet batter made with eggs, Dijon, mayonnaise, and water will help the breading stick and gives these baked chicken tenderloins great flavor. Flour  – Use all-purpose flour.

TIPS FOR SUCCESS

Cut chicken strips into similar-sized pieces for even cooking.   Lightly toast the panko in a dry skillet for an even crunchier coating.

VARIATIONS

Skip The Mustard – Although the Dijon mustard flavor isn’t overwhelming, you can omit.  Gluten Free – Use gluten-free flour or cornstarch instead of the regular flour and look for a gluten free breadcrumb or use unsweetened crushed rice cereal or chopped nuts.

BUDGET FRIENDLY TIPS

Buy Chicken In Bulk – Purchase chicken in bulk or on sale and store it in the freezer for later use. Cut Your Own Chicken Tenders – Instead of purchasing chicken tenderloins, cut your own chicken tenders using our handy tips found above.