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Crispy Baked Parmesan Tenders

Panko's large flakes create a jagged, shattering crust that regular breadcrumbs can't match. Parmesan adds salty flavor AND helps the crust brown deeply. The egg is the glue — skip it and the coating slides right off.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Total Time 28 minutes
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American

Ingredients
  

  • 1 1/2 lbs chicken tenderloins
  • 1 large egg beaten
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tsp garlic powder

Method
 

  1. Heat the oven to 425°F. Set a wire rack inside a rimmed baking sheet and coat it with cooking spray.
  2. Pat the tenderloins dry with paper towels (this is what makes the coating stick — don't skip it).
  3. Put the beaten egg in a shallow bowl. In a second shallow bowl, mix the panko, Parmesan, and garlic powder.
  4. Dip each tenderloin in egg, let the excess drip off, then press firmly into the panko mixture on both sides.
  5. Arrange on the wire rack with space between each piece. Lightly spray the tops with cooking spray.
  6. Bake 9 minutes, flip, and bake 8 to 10 minutes more, until deep golden and the centers read 165°F on a meat thermometer.