Baked chicken tenderloins are a delicious and healthy meal that kids love! Use fresh or frozen boneless chicken pieces to make this easy recipe. In about 30 minutes, you and your family can enjoy juicy chicken tenders covered in flavor-packed spices. No messy breading is needed – just serve with dipping sauces and enjoy!
Chicken tenders, also known as chicken fingers or strips, are a classic dinner staple that both kids and adults love. This recipe calls for tenderloins, which are equally delicious. Even though they aren’t exactly the same as tenders, many chicken tenderloin recipes can be prepared with strips or tenders.
Simply season the chicken pieces, drizzle with oil, and oven bake for 20 minutes until golden. You can even use frozen chicken! And because this easy recipe does not include any binders or breading (like eggs and flour and/or breadcrumbs), it’s also super healthy.
“Naked” chicken tenderloins are naturally gluten-free and happen to be keto and paleo-friendly. But healthy baked chicken tenders with no breading are more than just a low-carb option… You won’t believe how delicious they are, too!
Add seasonings to a Ziploc bag or a plate. Use a separate one for the melted butter or oil.
Shake or dip the chicken strips in the butter or oil to coat. Then dredge them through the plate of spices.
Add your favorite fresh or frozen vegetables like green beans, bell peppers, mushrooms, broccoli, or diced potatoes to the baking sheet for an easy sheet pan dinner.
Serve the chicken tenders warm with your favorite dipping sauces like ranch, BBQ, mango sweet chili, or honey mustard.
Since chicken tenders are small, thin slices cuts of chicken then baking chicken tenderloins from frozen is easy! Just add 3 minutes of baking time, and check the internal temperature of the chicken to be sure they are 165ºF.
Baked Chicken Tenderloins (No Breading)
Make healthy baked chicken tenders in the oven or air fryer with this easy chicken tenderloin recipe! Add green beans, bell pepper, broccoli, potatoes, or asparagus to make this an easy one-pan dinner.
Prep: 5min
Total: 25min
Yield: 6
Serving Size: 4 ounces
Nutrition Facts: servingSize 4 ounces, calories 177 kcal, Carbohydrate 1 g, Protein 24 g, Fat 8 g, Saturated Fat 1 g, Trans Fat 1 g, Cholesterol 73 mg, Sodium 327 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 1 g, unSaturated Fat 5 g
Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons melted butter or olive oil
- 2 teaspoons onion powder
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 teaspoons paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1½ pounds chicken tenderloins (fresh or frozen) (*for frozen, see notes below*)
Instruction:
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Easy and Quick Baked Chicken Tenders
FAQ
How long does it take tenderloins to cook in the oven?
How long does it take to cook chicken tenderloins in the oven at 375?
- Preheat oven to 375°F.
- Remove thawed chicken tenders from package and pat dry.
- Place all ingredients in a bowl and toss together.
- Place seasoned chicken tenders on a baking sheet in single layer. …
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until internal temperature of largest tender is 165°F.
What temperature should chicken tenderloins be cooked at?
How long do chicken tenderloins take to bake at 350?
