Description
Lemon Garlic Parmesan Chicken Tenders are a delightful twist on a classic favorite, delivering crispy, golden goodness infused with zesty lemon and savory garlic flavors. These tender chicken strips are baked to perfection, ensuring a healthier alternative to traditional frying while still maintaining that irresistible crunch. Ideal for busy weeknights or entertaining guests, these tenders can be served solo or dressed up in wraps and salads for added flair. With just a handful of ingredients and simple preparation steps, this dish is sure to become a family favorite that impresses at any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Nonstick cooking spray
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Slice chicken breasts into strips and season with salt and pepper.
- In a bowl, mix panko breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, and salt.
- Drizzle lemon juice over the chicken strips; coat each piece in the breadcrumb mixture.
- Arrange coated strips in the baking dish and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and cooked through (internal temp should reach 165°F).
- Serve warm with extra lemon juice drizzled on top.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 tenders (approximately 100g)
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 70mg