Description
Lemon Garlic Parmesan Chicken Tenders are the ultimate comfort food, combining tender chicken strips with a crispy, golden crust infused with zesty lemon, aromatic garlic, and rich Parmesan. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special gatherings, these tenders deliver on flavor and ease of preparation. Serve them hot alongside your favorite dipping sauce for an unforgettable meal that will have everyone coming back for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cut chicken breasts into strips about one inch wide.
- In a bowl, mix salt, pepper, and lemon juice; toss chicken strips to coat.
- In another bowl, combine panko breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, and minced garlic.
- Dip each chicken strip into the breadcrumb mixture until fully coated.
- Arrange coated tenders on the baking sheet and drizzle lightly with olive oil.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tender (90g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg