Pioneer Woman Baked Breaded Chicken Tenders

Pioneer Woman Baked Breaded Chicken Tenders is one of the best and easiest oven-baked chicken tenders recipes to make. These Crispy Oven Baked Chicken Tenders are made with strips of chicken, parmesan, herbs, and spice seasonings, all coated with panko bread crumbs.

These homemade baked Breaded Chicken Tenders (also known as chicken strips or fingers) take about 15 to 20 minutes in the oven at 425 degrees or in the air fryer at 400 degrees for about 10 to 15 minutes. Feel free to leave a comment about this Pioneer Woman chicken tenders recipe!

Baked Breaded Chicken Tenders Ingredients

• 2 lbs. chicken tenders (about 12 larger tenders strips, more if smaller)
• 1 1/3 cups panko bread crumbs
• 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 large eggs
• 2/3 cup (1.7 oz) finely shredded parmesan cheese
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 2 Tbsp olive oil
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper
• 1 Tbsp minced fresh parsley (optional)

How To Bake Breaded Chicken Tenders In The Oven

• Prepare Oven and Rack: Move the oven rack up one level from the center and heat it to 425 degrees. Spray a large oven-safe cooling rack with non-stick spray and place it over an 18 by 13-inch baking sheet.
• Set Up Coating Dishes: Put flour in one shallow dish, whisk eggs in another, and in a third dish, mix panko crumbs, parmesan, Italian seasoning, paprika, and garlic powder. Add olive oil and mix well.
• Season Chicken: Sprinkle salt and pepper on both sides of the chicken tenders.
• Coat Chicken: Dip two tenders at a time in flour, then eggs, then panko mixture. Press so it sticks and shakes off any excess.
• Arrange on Rack: Place coated tenders on the prepared rack, leaving space between them. Repeat until all are coated.
• Bake Chicken: Cook in the oven until done (165 in the center), about 15-20 minutes. Use foil if they brown too much.
• Add Garnish and Serve: If you like, sprinkle with parsley and serve warm with your favorite sauce, like honey mustard, marinara, ranch, pesto, or BBQ sauce.

How Long To Bake Breaded Chicken Tenders In The Oven

These Baked Breaded Chicken Tenders should be baked in the oven at 425 for about 15 to 20 minutes. If you will use 400 degrees, then you should bake the chicken tenders for about 20 to 25 minutes. 

I recommend always baking breaded chicken tenders in the oven at a high-temperature rate like 425 or 400 since those temperatures will give you tender chicken styles with a crispy outside.

Bake Breaded Chicken Tenders In Air Fryer

If you will use the air fryer to bake those breaded chicken tenders, simply follow the recipe’s instructions for seasoning and coating the strips. Then preheat the air fryer to 375 degrees and bake for about 10 to 15 minutes, flipping halfway through.

Just make sure some air fryer baskets are small, so you may need to make your strips less long and don’t overcrowd the basket to let the chicken tenders bake correctly and give you the crispy texture.

What To Serve With Baked Breaded Chicken Tenders 

Serve those Baked Breaded Chicken Tenders with mashed potatoes, coleslaw, green beans, or corn on the cob. These crispy chicken tenders go well with a side salad, roasted vegetables, or macaroni and cheese.

Here’s a list of the best sauces to serve with Baked Breaded Chicken Tenders:

1. Creamy Honey Mustard
2. Marinara Sauce
3. Ranch Dressing
4. Pesto Sauce
5. BBQ Sauce

How Long Do Cook Chicken Tenders Last In The Fridge 

Cooked Breaded Chicken Tenders can last in the fridge for about 3 to 4 days. Simply let them cool, then wrap them in plastic wrap or place them in an airtight container, and then place them in the fridge.

Can You Freeze Cooked Chicken Tenders 

Yes, you can freeze cooked Breaded chicken tenders! To freeze them correctly, simply let them cool after baking, wrap them in foil or place them in a freezer-safe bag, and then place them in the freezer.

You don’t need to thaw them; simply reheat them directly in the oven or in the air fryer.

How To Reheat Breaded Chicken Tenders In The Oven

For leftover breaded chicken tenders (refrigerated), simply reheat in the oven at 350 degrees for about 10 to 15 minutes.

If the breaded chicken tenders are frozen, you should reheat them in the oven at 400 degrees for about 15 to 20 minutes.

How To Reheat Breaded Chicken Tenders In Air Fryer

For leftover breaded chicken tenders (refrigerated), simply reheat in the air fryer at 350 degrees for about 7 to 10 minutes.

If the breaded chicken tenders are frozen, you should reheat them in the air fryer at 400 degrees for about 10 to 15 minutes.

Oven Baked Breaded Chicken Tenders Nutrition Facts

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):

• Calories: 323
• Fat: 12g
• Saturated Fat: 3g
• Trans Fat: 1g
• Cholesterol: 139mg
• Sodium: 418mg
• Potassium: 640mg
• Carbohydrates: 12g
• Fiber: 1g
• Sugar: 1g
• Protein: 38g

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• Chicken Breast At 350
• Chicken Thighs At 400
• Chicken Breast At 400
• Chicken Tenderloins At 350
• Chicken Legs at 350
• Chicken Wings At 400