Lemon Garlic Parmesan Chicken Tenders
Deliciously crispy chicken tenders marinated in lemon and garlic, then baked for a healthier twist on a family favorite.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: None
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound chicken tenders
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Start by preheating your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Whisk Together Marinade: In a bowl, mix the lemon juice, minced garlic, olive oil, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- Marinate Chicken Tenders: Let them soak in the marinade for at least 30 minutes.
- Combine Breadcrumbs and Cheese: In another bowl, combine the breadcrumbs and grated Parmesan cheese.
- Coat Chicken in Breadcrumb Mixture: Coat each marinated chicken tender in the breadcrumb and cheese mixture.
- Prepare Baking Sheet: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and arrange the coated tenders.
- Bake to Perfection: Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown, flipping halfway.
- Serve and Enjoy: Once baked, let them cool slightly, then serve warm.
Notes
Perfect to serve with a salad or creamy mashed potatoes. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg