Ingredients
– 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips
– 1 cup all-purpose flour
– 2 large eggs
– 1 cup breadcrumbs (preferably panko for extra crunch)
– 1 teaspoon garlic powder
– 1 teaspoon onion powder
– 1 teaspoon dried oregano
– 1 teaspoon salt
– ½ teaspoon black pepper
– ½ teaspoon paprika
– 1 lemon, zested
– Olive oil spray
Instructions
Creating crispy Greek chicken tenders can be quite easy when you follow these steps:
1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
2. Prepare the flour dredge: In a shallow dish, combine the flour, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika.
3. Prepare the egg wash: In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs until well blended.
4. Prepare the breadcrumb mixture: In another shallow dish, combine the breadcrumbs, dried oregano, and lemon zest.
5. Dredge the chicken: Dip each chicken strip into the flour mixture, ensuring it is evenly coated. Shake off any excess flour.
6. Dip in the egg: Next, transfer the coated chicken to the bowl with the beaten eggs, allowing the excess to drip off.
7. Coat with breadcrumbs: Place the chicken strips into the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to ensure a good coating.
8. Arrange on the baking sheet: Lay the breaded chicken tenders on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them evenly.
9. Spray with olive oil: Lightly spray the coated chicken with olive oil to promote browning.
10. Bake in the oven: Cook for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the chicken tenders are golden brown and cooked through. An internal temperature of 165°F (75°C) is recommended.
11. Serve warm: Remove from the oven and let them rest for a few minutes before serving.
These straightforward steps will guide you directly to delicious, crispy chicken tenders that everyone will love!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 330 kcal
- Fat: 12g
- Protein: 26g