Cheesy Baked Chicken Tenders Recipe - Food Fanatic
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Cheesy Baked Chicken Tenders Recipe

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    2 Servings

Ingredients

  • 1 large Egg, Plus 1 egg yolk
  • 1/2 cup Panko Breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 cup Pecorino Romano Cheese, Freshly ground
  • 3/4 pound Boneless Skinless Chicken Tenders, About 6 to 8 tenders

Directions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F, and line a small sheet pan with foil. Spray the foil with cooking spray.
  2. In a small bowl, beat together the egg and egg yolk. In another small bowl, combine the bread crumbs and cheese.
  3. Dunk each chicken tender in the egg, followed by the cheese-bread crumb mixture. Press the mixture firmly onto the tenders to ensure even coverage.
  4. Place the chicken tenders on the baking sheet, spray the tops with cooking spray.
  5. Bake for 18-20 minutes, until the chicken registered 165 on the inside, and the crust is browned and crispy.
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