Irresistible Lemon Garlic Parmesan Chicken Tenders Recipe
This Irresistible Lemon Garlic Parmesan Chicken Tenders recipe offers crispy, flavorful chicken strips coated in a savory mixture of Parmesan cheese, garlic, and zesty lemon juice. Baked to golden perfection, these tender bites are perfect as a snack, appetizer, or main dish that everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 pound)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice, plus extra for drizzling
Breading Mixture
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- Pinch of salt
Other
- Nonstick cooking spray
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking dish by spraying it generously with nonstick cooking spray to prevent the chicken from sticking during baking.
- Prepare the chicken: Slice the chicken breasts into tender-sized strips. Season the strips generously with salt and pepper to enhance the flavor before coating.
- Make the breadcrumb mixture: In a medium bowl, combine panko breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, and a pinch of salt. Mix thoroughly to evenly distribute the ingredients.
- Coat the chicken: Drizzle the lemon juice over the seasoned chicken strips, then toss them into the breadcrumb mixture to coat each piece thoroughly. This helps to infuse lemon flavor and ensures a crispy crust from the mixture.
- Bake the chicken: Arrange the coated chicken strips evenly on the prepared baking dish. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and the coating is golden brown and crispy.
- Serve: Once baked, drizzle additional lemon juice over the chicken tenders before serving to add a fresh, tangy finish.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, you can broil the tenders for 1-2 minutes at the end of baking, but watch carefully to prevent burning.
- Use fresh garlic for the best flavor; garlic powder can be substituted if necessary but will be less vibrant.
- Serve with a side of dipping sauce, such as ranch or garlic aioli, for added flavor.
- Make sure chicken strips are uniform in size for even cooking.
- This recipe can be doubled easily for larger gatherings.
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