Oven Baked Chicken Tenders (Printer-Friendly)
Golden chicken tenders baked with herbed butter—crispy, juicy, and ready in just 30 minutes.
# What You’ll Need to Cook:
→ Main Ingredients
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1 pound (450 g) chicken breast tenders
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1/2 cup (115 g) unsalted butter
→ Seasoning Blend
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1 tablespoon paprika
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2 teaspoons garlic powder
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1 teaspoon onion powder
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2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh parsley, plus extra for garnish
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1 teaspoon dried oregano
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1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
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1 teaspoon brown sugar
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Pinch of salt
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Pinch of freshly ground black pepper
# Steps to Prepare:
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Preheat oven to 175°C. Cut the butter into tablespoon-sized cubes and transfer to a shallow dish. Melt the butter in the microwave using 30-second intervals until fully liquefied.
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In a small mixing bowl, combine paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, fresh parsley, dried oregano, cayenne pepper, brown sugar, salt, and black pepper until evenly blended.
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Dredge each chicken tender in the melted butter, ensuring each piece is fully coated. Arrange tenders in a single layer on a lined baking sheet. Sprinkle seasoning blend evenly over both sides of each chicken tender.
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Transfer the baking sheet to the oven and bake for 25–30 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 74°C. Remove from the oven and garnish with additional fresh parsley if desired.
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Preheat air fryer to 190°C. Arrange chicken tenders in a single layer in the basket. Air fry for 5–6 minutes per side or until the internal temperature reaches 74°C.
# Extra Cooking Tips:
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For optimal safety and juiciness, verify chicken doneness with an instant-read thermometer; chicken is considered safe to eat at 74°C. Avoid undercooking to reduce risk of foodborne illness.
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Leftover seasoning can be stored in an airtight container for future use.
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If pressed for time, you can increase oven temperature to 200°C for a quicker cook, though tenders may become less moist.