Who doesn’t like a good baked chicken tender? No one I know. These Italian Chicken Tenders are breaded in Italian seasonings and spices (and even some cheese) before being baked to perfection. They’re simple, delicious, and sure to disappear quickly from any family style dinner.
These tenders turn out low carb and kept friendly while also being another fun kid friendly Italian night dinner option. I made them just a bit better-for-you by using whole wheat bread crumbs that I seasoned myself with various dried Italian herbs and spices.
No pre-packaged BS here. Just chicken, spices, and bread crumbs. Plus, with these tenders being a mere two-step dredge (instead of the usual three or four), these chicken tenders are super easy and quick to make!
I served mine with a simple marinara sauce and some steamed veggies on the side. Easy-peasy.
TheSkinnyFork.com Chicken tenders that are lightly breaded in Italian seasonings, spices, and even parmesan! Baked to perfection and enjoyed along side your favorite Italian sauce for dipping. Prep Time: 10 Minutes • Cook Time: 25 Minutes
Servings: 10 • Serving Size: About 2 Tenders • Calories: 189 • Fat: 10 g • Saturated Fat: 3 g • Carb: 3 g • Fiber: 0 g • Protein: 20 g • Sugar: 0 g • Sodium: 113 mg
• 2 Lb. Chicken Tenders
• 2 Tsp. Extra Virgin Olive Oil
• 6 Tbsp. Whole Wheat Bread Crumbs
• 2 Tbsp. Grated Parmesan
• 1 Tsp. Garlic Powder
• 1 Tsp. Onion Powder
• 1 Tsp. Dried Parsley
• 1/2 Tsp. Dried Basil
• 1/4 Tsp. Oregano
• Salt & Pepper to Taste
Directions:
Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. and line the base of 1-2 baking sheets with foil or silicone baking mats. Set wire baking racks on top and set aside.
Place the 2 Tsp. oil in a small bowl.
In another bowl, whisk together the 6 Tbsp. bread crumbs, 2 Tbsp. parmesan, 1 Tsp. garlic powder, 1 Tsp. onion powder, 1 Tsp. dried parsley, 1/2 Tsp. basil, 1/4 Tsp. oregano and salt & pepper to taste.
Toss the chicken tenders in the oil to coat evenly.
Once coated, press the tenders into the bread crumb mixture; again to coat evenly.
Place the breaded tenders onto the prepared baking sheet with the wire rack.
Transfer the wire rack to the oven to bake for about 25 minutes (depending on the size of the tenders) or until cooked through to temperature.
Once done, remove from the oven and serve with your favorite Italian sauce for dipping to enjoy!
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Nutritional Claims: Low Carb • Low Sodium • Sugar Conscious • Kidney Friendly • Keto Friendly • Egg Free • Peanut Free • Tree Nut Free • Soy Free • Fish Free • Shellfish Free • Pork Free • Red Meat Free • Crustacean Free • Celery Free • Mustard Free • Sesame Free • Lupine Free • Mollusk Free • Alcohol Free • Sulphite Free