Parmesan Chicken Breast Tenders Recipe

Name: Parmesan Chicken Breast Tenders
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1.5 ounces all-purpose flour (about 1/3 cup); 3 tablespoons fine-ground cornmeal; 1 ounce Parmesan cheese, finely grated (about 1/4 cup); 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder; 1/2 teaspoon onion powder; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/2 cup nonfat buttermilk; 1 large egg, lightly beaten; 8 chicken breast tenders (about 1 1/4 pounds); 1 1/2 tablespoons canola oil; Cooking spray

Servings: persons

1.5 ounces all-purpose flour (about 1/3 cup)
3 tablespoons fine-ground cornmeal
1 ounce Parmesan cheese, finely grated (about 1/4 cup)
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup nonfat buttermilk
1 large egg, lightly beaten
8 chicken breast tenders (about 1 1/4 pounds)
1 1/2 tablespoons canola oil
Cooking spray

1
Preheat oven to 425u00b0. Combine first 7 ingredients in a medium shallow dish.
2
Combine buttermilk and egg in another shallow dish.
3
Dip chicken in buttermilk mixture.
4
Dredge chicken in flour mixture.
5
Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add oil; swirl to coat. Add chicken to pan; cook 3 minutes on each side or until browned.
6
Transfer chicken to a baking sheet coated with cooking spray. Bake at 425u00b0 for 5 minutes or until chicken is done.
7
3 Ways to Riff: Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces for nuggets. Use skinless, boneless chicken thighs, cut into strips, for richer flavor. Try the breading on tilapia for homemade fish sticks.

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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.
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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1.5 ounces all-purpose flour (about 1/3 cup), 3 tablespoons fine-ground cornmeal, 1 ounce Parmesan cheese, finely grated (about 1/4 cup), 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, and more.

Yes, Parmesan Chicken Breast 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Parmesan Chicken Breast Tenders

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