Crispy Parmesan Baked Chicken Tenders
Juicy chicken tenders marinated in a creamy, spiced sauce and coated with a golden parmesan crust — a crowd-pleasing weeknight dinner that's both simple and satisfying. No frying needed, just pop them in the oven for a crispy, flavorful result every time.
🛒 Ingredients
10 servings
- 10 chicken tenderloins or thin chicken fillets
- 2 tablespoons dry onion soup mix
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- 1 teaspoon hot paprika
- 1 pinch of salt
- 2 tablespoons white vinegar (lemon or garlic flavored)
- 50 g (1.75 oz) grated parmesan cheese
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Directions
- 1
In a bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, onion soup mix, dried parsley, paprika, salt, and vinegar until you have a smooth, fragrant marinade.
- 2
Coat the chicken tenders evenly with the marinade and let them rest for 15 minutes so the flavors fully develop.
- 3
Preheat your oven to 220 °C (425 °F). Lightly grease a baking dish with olive oil.
- 4
Press each marinated tender into the grated parmesan, coating both sides generously to form a solid crust.
- 5
Arrange the tenders in the baking dish and bake for 15 minutes. Flip them carefully, then bake for another 15 minutes until golden and cooked through.
- 6
Serve hot with a fresh salad, roasted vegetables, or mashed potatoes.
💡 Chef's Tip
For an extra crispy crust, switch to broil for the last 2 minutes. Smoked paprika works beautifully as a milder, subtly earthy substitute.
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