How long do you cook chicken tenders in the oven at 375

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Description
Ingredients for Oven Baked Chicken Tenders
How to Make Oven Baked Chicken Tenders without Breading
Recipe Variations and Substitutions
What to serve with Baked Chicken Tenders
What temperature should chicken tenders be cooked to?
How to store leftover chicken tenders
Helpful Kitchen Equipment
Other Easy Chicken Recipes You’ll Love
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Oven Baked Chicken Tenders
How long does it take to bake chicken tenders at 350?
How long does it take for chicken breast to cook in the oven at 375?
How long do you bake chicken tenderloins?
What temp should chicken tenders be cooked at?

These next words may get me in trouble given that I happen to live in the South, where golden brown, crispy fried chicken is a culinary staple, but these oven-baked chicken tenders are just as tasty, flavorful and texturally-fantastic as their fried counterparts.

The trick is the light coating of herbs, Parmesan and panko – or Japanese-style bread crumbs – which creates the required crunch (without the fat and grease of oil and chicken skin) and helps keep the chicken moist and juicy while it cooks. The result is an out-of-this-world little chicken nibble, that’s healthier and actually easier to make. No giant vat of splattering cooking oil here, folks. Try them alongside my classic buttermilk blue cheese dressing, or pair them with your other favorite dips or sauces.

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Quick crispy Baked Chicken Tenders with rosemary and Parmesan make an easy weeknight dinner or game-day snack.

1 lb boneless, skinless chicken tenders (purchased, or thinly cut from chicken breasts)
1 cup all-purpose flour
2 large eggs, thoroughly whisked
1–1/2 cup panko (Japanese-style bread crumbs), usually found in the Asian section of supermarkets
1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, finely grated
1 tbsp fresh rosemary, finely minced
1 tbsp fresh parsley, finely minced
1 tsp kosher salt
1/2 tsp freshly-ground black pepper

Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Fill one mixing bowl with the flour, another with the whisked eggs, and a third with the panko, Parmesan, rosemary, parsley, salt and pepper. Stir to evenly combine the panko mixture.
Dredge each chicken piece in the flour, until evenly coated, then dip in the egg mixture, and finally in the panko mixture, pressing the panko gently against the chicken to thoroughly coat.
Place the chicken on an oven-safe rack on a sheet pan, and bake for 20-30 minutes until golden brown and cooked through. Smaller tenders will cook more quickly. Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce.

posted by Laura on May 8, 2013 (last updated November 14, 2017)

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Have dinner ready in 30 minutes with this family favorite Oven Baked Chicken Tenders recipe; it’s an easy weeknight meal all will love.

Chicken strips are the ultimate finger food and these flavor-packed Oven Baked Chicken Tenders are no exception. These crispy tenders are perfect for lunch, dinner, and everything in between.

Made with a seasoning blend of paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, brown sugar, and more, you won’t be missing the crispy coating of a breaded chicken tender.

Do more with chicken! Check out some fan favorites like this Strawberry Caprese Chicken Salad, Pesto Chicken Power Bowls, and Crispy Buffalo Chicken Salad!

Whether you call them chicken tenders, chicken tenderloins, or chicken fingers, this easy chicken recipe is a great way to enjoy juicy and tender chicken without the added calories of breaded or fried chicken tenders.

BONUS: these flavor loaded strips of white meat are kid friendly and a great main to a side of cheesy Grilled Cheese Roll Ups for a fun kids meal.

Looking for another cooking method to enjoy chicken tenders? Give these Air Fryer Chicken Tenders a try.

Ingredients for Oven Baked Chicken Tenders

Meat: you will need chicken breast tenders. If they don’t have chicken tenders, grab a pack of chicken breasts and cut them into strips when you get home.

Seasoning: we are going to be pulling out all the stops to achieve great flavor with these chicken tenders. You will need paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, fresh parsley, dried oregano, cayenne pepper, brown sugar, and a pinch of salt and pepper.

How to Make Oven Baked Chicken Tenders without Breading

1. Melt the butter. Preheat the oven to 350° F. Slice the butter into 1 tbsp cubes and place it in a shallow dish. Melt the butter by microwaving in 30-second increments.

2. Make the seasoning. In a small mixing bowl, combine the paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, fresh parsley, dried oregano, cayenne pepper, brown sugar, salt, and black pepper.

3. Season the chicken. Dredge the chicken tenders in the melted butter. Lay the coated tenders in a single layer on a baking sheet. Sprinkle the seasoning mixture over both sides of the chicken tenders.

4. Bake the chicken. Place the baking sheet in the oven and bake for 25-30 minutes or until the internal temperature has reached 165° F. When finished, garnish with fresh parsley if desired.

Recipe Variations and Substitutions

Butter: If you are looking to avoid dairy or added calories, you can swap out the butter for egg wash.

Seasoning substitutions: Italian seasoning and garlic powder make an excellent combination.

Breading: looking to turn your oven-baked tenders into crispy chicken tenders? Consider using panko breadcrumbs to make Panko Breaded Chicken, regular breadcrumbs, or crushed pork rinds.

What to serve with Baked Chicken Tenders

Sauce up your tenders with some of my favorite dipping sauces like BBQ sauce (or barbecue sauce), honey mustard sauce, Big Mac Sauce, or my personal favorite homemade Chick-Fil-A Sauce!

My favorite side dishes to serve with them are Avocado Corn Salad, Sweet Potato Cubes, Quinoa Apple Salad, or Air Fryer Vegetables.

What temperature should chicken tenders be cooked to?

Ensure your chicken is fully cooked by using an instant-read thermometer and making sure the chicken is cooked to 165 degrees Fahrenheit.

Eating undercooked or raw chicken is unsafe and can put you at risk for salmonella.

How to store leftover chicken tenders

Leftover chicken tenders are easy to store. Once they have reached room temperature, transfer chicken tenders to an airtight container and keep them in the fridge.

The leftover chicken tenders can be enjoyed the rest of the week for lunch, a protein-filled snack, or chopped up and cut into smaller chicken pieces and tossed on top of a salad.

Helpful Kitchen Equipment

Nesting bowls: for prepping, I like having a set like this on hand. The set includes a small bowl, medium bowl, and large bowl. One great prep set will take you a long way in the kitchen. However, it is also important to have a shallow bowl, like this. Shallow bowls make it season for rolling meat in seasoning or egg wash.

Sheet pan: these pans have so many different names. You might call it a rimmed baking sheet or even a cookie sheet; either way, when making baked tenders, you will need one!

Wire rack: this might come in handy to cool your chicken before serving. If I’m meal prepping, I like to cool the chicken until it’s about room temperature before transferring it to the fridge and storing it for recipes later in the week.

Other Easy Chicken Recipes You’ll Love

Buffalo Chicken Egg Rolls
Oven Baked Chicken and Cauliflower
Greek Yogurt Chicken Marinade
Creamy Chicken And Rice
Chicken Shawarma Bowls

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Oven Baked Chicken Tenders

Have dinner ready in 30 minutes with this family favorite Oven Baked Chicken Tenders recipe; it's an easy weeknight meal all will love.

Prep Time10 mins

Cook Time25 mins

Total Time35 mins

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American

Keyword: baked chicken tenders, oven baked chicken tenders without breading

Servings: 4

Calories: 351kcal

1/2 cup unsalted butter
1 pound chicken breast tenders
1 tablespoon paprika
2 teaspoons garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
2 tablespoons fresh parsley
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon brown sugar
pinch of salt and pepper

Preheat the oven to 350° F. Slice the butter into 1 tbsp cubes and place it in a shallow dish. Melt the butter by microwaving in 30 second increments.
In a small mixing bowl, combine the paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, fresh parsley, dried oregano, cayenne pepper, brown sugar, salt, and pepper.
Dredge the chicken tenders in the melted butter, then lay them in a single layer on a baking sheet. Sprinkle the seasoning mixture over both sides of the chicken tenders.
Place the baking sheet in the oven and bake for 25-30 minutes or until the internal temperature has reached 165° F. When finished, garnish with fresh parsley if desired.

Store leftover seasoning in a small airtight container

Nutrition information is approximate and was calculated using a recipe nutrition label generator.

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How long does it take to bake chicken tenders at 350?

Bake at 350 for about 20-30 minutes, or until chicken is no longer pink in the center. If your tenders are thinner, they'll be done sooner, thicker ones will need more time.

How long does it take for chicken breast to cook in the oven at 375?

Preheat your oven to 375°F. Drizzle 4 8-ounce chicken breasts with a bit of EVOO and season with salt and pepper. Bake on a baking sheet until cooked through, 35-40 minutes.

How long do you bake chicken tenderloins?

Chicken tenderloins take about 30 to 35 minutes to bake in an oven preheated to 350 degrees, to check the doneness of your tenderloins use a meat thermometer as they should reach 165 F if they are done.