Description
Crispy “Crack” Chicken Tenders are the ultimate comfort food, delivering a satisfying crunch with every bite. Marinated for juiciness and coated in a flavorful blend of spices, these tenders are baked to golden perfection. Whether for game day snacks or family dinners, this easy recipe is sure to impress everyone at the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 2 tsp garlic powder
- 2 tsp onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup hot sauce
- 1/4 cup melted butter
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cut chicken breasts into strips and season with salt and pepper.
- Prepare three bowls: one with flour mixed with garlic and onion powder, one with beaten eggs, and one with panko breadcrumbs.
- Dredge each chicken strip in flour, dip in egg, then coat in panko.
- Place coated tenders on the baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
- In a small saucepan, melt butter and mix in hot sauce; drizzle over baked tenders before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 tenders (150g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: For extra crunch, double-dip the chicken strips in the egg and panko. Experiment with spices like paprika for added flavor. For a healthier option, brush tenders with olive oil instead of butter before baking.