Cheddar Cheese Chicken Tenders (Printable Version)
Golden baked chicken strips with a crispy cheddar and breadcrumb crust, perfect for a quick, tasty meal.
# Ingredients:
→ Poultry
01 -
450 g chicken tenders
→ Coating
02 -
100 g shredded cheddar cheese
03 -
120 g bread crumbs
→ Binding
04 -
2 large eggs
# Steps:
01 -
Preheat the oven to 200°C to ensure it is hot and ready for baking.
02 -
Beat the eggs thoroughly in a shallow bowl to create an egg wash for coating.
03 -
In a separate bowl, mix the shredded cheddar cheese with bread crumbs to form the coating.
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Dip each chicken tender into the beaten eggs, then roll in the cheese and bread crumb mixture, pressing lightly to ensure adhesion.
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Place the coated chicken tenders evenly spaced on a parchment-lined or lightly greased baking tray to prevent sticking.
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Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through with a golden, crispy coating.
# Notes:
01 -
For enhanced flavor, incorporate garlic powder, paprika, or Italian seasoning into the bread crumb mixture. Avoid microwaving leftovers to preserve crispiness; reheat in an oven at 175°C for 10 minutes.