Description
These Irresistible Lemon Garlic Parmesan Chicken Tenders are a delightful combination of crispy, golden-brown exterior and tender, juicy chicken inside. The zesty lemon and aromatic garlic create a flavor explosion that dances on your palate, while the rich Parmesan adds a savory depth that makes each bite utterly satisfying.
Ingredients
- Chicken Tenders: 1 pound, trimmed and patted dry
- All-Purpose Flour: 1 cup, for dredging
- Eggs: 2 large, beaten
- Breadcrumbs: 1 cup, preferably panko for extra crunch
- Parmesan Cheese: 1/2 cup, grated
- Garlic: 4 cloves, minced
- Lemon Juice: 1/4 cup, freshly squeezed
- Lemon Zest: 1 tablespoon, finely grated
- Salt: 1 teaspoon
- Pepper: 1/2 teaspoon
- Olive Oil: 1/4 cup, for frying
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a shallow dish, combine flour, salt, and pepper. In another dish, place the beaten eggs. In a third dish, mix breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, lemon zest, and a pinch of salt.
- Dredge each chicken tender in the flour mixture, shaking off excess, then dip into the egg, and finally coat with the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add the chicken tenders in batches, cooking for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Transfer the cooked tenders to the prepared baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for an additional 10-12 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Remove from the oven and drizzle with fresh lemon juice before serving.
Notes
- Make-ahead: You can prepare the chicken tenders up to the baking step and refrigerate them for up to 24 hours before cooking.
- Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Substitutions: For a gluten-free option, use almond flour and gluten-free breadcrumbs.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dishes
- Method: Frying and Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 chicken tenders
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1 gram
- Sodium: 600 milligrams
- Fat: 18 grams
- Saturated Fat: 4 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 30 grams
- Fiber: 1 gram
- Protein: 25 grams
- Cholesterol: 80 milligrams
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