Oven Baked Chicken Tenders Recipe

Name: Oven Baked Chicken Tenders
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts; 1 cup buttermilk; 2 teaspoons kosher salt; hot sauce to taste, optional; 1/4 cup toasted pecans chopped and; 1 tablespoon cornmeal; 1 tablespoon Fire & Flavor classic rub; 1/2 cup all-purpose flour; 1/2 teaspoon baking soda; 1/2 teaspoon fresh thyme chopped; 1 1/2 tablespoons canola oil

Servings: persons

1 1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 cup buttermilk
2 teaspoons kosher salt
hot sauce to taste, optional
1/4 cup toasted pecans chopped and
1 tablespoon cornmeal
1 tablespoon Fire & Flavor classic rub
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon fresh thyme chopped
1 1/2 tablespoons canola oil

1
Place chicken in a large, zip top plastic bag and beat with a rolling pin until chicken is even thickness, about 1/2 inch thick. Cut into 2-inch wide strips. Place chicken, buttermilk, salt and hot sauce in a medium bowl and let marinated for 30 minutes or up to an hour in refrigerator.
2
While chicken is marinating, prepare breading. Combine pecans, cornmeal, and rub in a mini food processor or blender until finely ground. Transfer to a pie plate and stir in flour, soda, and thyme; season with freshly ground black pepper Preheat oven to 425u00b0F.
3
One at a time, remove chicken strips from buttermilk and dredge in breading to coat. Heat oil in a large, ovenproof skillet set over medium-high heat. Cook chicken for 2-3 minutes or until nicely browned and breading does not stick to pan. Carefully flip chicken and place in oven for 7 minutes or until done. Meat thermometer inserted in chicken should register 165u00b0F. Remove from oven and let rest for 10 minutes before serving.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, 1 cup buttermilk, 2 teaspoons kosher salt, hot sauce to taste, optional, and more.

Yes, Oven Baked Chicken Tenders falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Oven Baked Chicken Tenders

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