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These healthy baked chicken tenders are so easy to make! Totally delicious they are perfect for picky eaters. Make a large batch and keep them in the freezer for those nights when you don’t feel like cooking.
When it comes to chicken tenders, I used to think they had to be deep-fried to be delicious. Needless to say, they weren’t a normal occurrence around here, after all eating deep-fried chicken every night is not the healthiest habit. However, when trying to make our beloved chicken fingers healthier I found a way to make them in the oven.
These chicken tenders are baked yes, but they taste just like the deep-fried ones. They are super crunchy, so flavorful, and have an incredibly beautiful golden brown color. They are also super quick and easy to make and that’s always a plus when it comes to recipes for busy parents.
If you prefer a bland option for kids, you can use plain bread crumbs and cut the spices to make the perfect plain baked chicken tenders. Use their favorite dipping sauce like ketchup, barbecue sauce, or ranch to round out the dish.
What I love the most about this recipe is the fact you can freeze the chicken tenders before baking them!
Once you have coated the chicken in breadcrumbs, transfer them to a baking pan and place in the freezer for 2 hours. Then transfer all the tenders to a freezer-friendly bag. You can keep them frozen for around 3 months.
Ready to bake them? Just take them straight from the freezer to the oven and bake for around 45 minutes.
Make sure to also check out these chocolate chip oatmeal muffins that are perfect for picky eaters too!