Lemon Garlic Parmesan Chicken Tenders (Print Version)
Ingredients:
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1 large egg.
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2 tablespoons olive oil.
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2 tablespoons lemon juice (or juice of ½ a lemon).
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1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped.
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2 teaspoons garlic, minced.
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¾ teaspoon salt, to season.
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¼ teaspoon cracked pepper.
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28 ounces chicken tenders.
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1 cup Panko breadcrumbs.
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½ cup regular breadcrumbs (garlic, herb, or Italian seasoned for extra flavor).
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1 teaspoon mild paprika (sweet, smoky, or spicy).
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½ teaspoon garlic powder.
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½ teaspoon onion powder.
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¼ cup fresh grated Parmesan cheese.
Instructions:
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Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a baking tray/sheet with cooking oil spray or a light coating of oil. Set aside.
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In a large bowl, whisk together the egg, oil, lemon juice, parsley, garlic, salt, and pepper.
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Dip chicken tenders into the egg mixture and let sit for 5 minutes while preparing the crumb mixture.
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OPTIONAL: Cover and allow to marinate in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to an hour (if time allows).
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In another bowl, combine both breadcrumbs, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and Parmesan cheese.
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Dredge the egg-coated chicken in the breadcrumb/Parmesan mixture, lightly pressing to evenly coat.
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Arrange tenders on the baking sheet/tray and lightly spray with cooking oil spray.
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Bake for 10 minutes. Flip and bake for a further 5-10 minutes or until cooked through. (Broil in the last 2-3 minutes for a golden crispy crumb!).
Notes:
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Lemon Garlic Parmesan Chicken Tenders with a crispy breadcrumb coating and flavorful seasonings.