Name: Parmesan Mayo Crusted Chicken Tenders
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 500g (1lb 2oz) Chicken Tenders: Cut into 3-inch strips; 120g (½ cup) Full-Fat Mayonnaise: Olive oil based is preferred; 50g (1 ¾oz) Grated Parmesan Cheese: Freshly grated; 30g (¼ cup) Panko Breadcrumbs: For a light, crispy texture; 1 tsp (5g) Smoked Paprika: Adds smoky flavor; ½ tsp (2g) Garlic Powder: For consistent garlic flavor; ½ tsp (2g) Onion Powder: Enhances savory profile; ¼ tsp (1g) Black Pepper: Freshly ground; ¼ tsp (1g) Kosher Salt; 1 tbsp (15ml) Lemon Juice: Brightens the mayonnaise; 2 tbsp (30ml) Olive Oil: For drizzling; 2 tbsp (30g) Pomegranate Arils: For garnish; 2 tbsp (30g) Parsley, Chopped: For garnish; 1 Lemon Zest: For garnish

Description

These Parmesan Mayo Crusted Chicken Tenders offer a flavorful and crispy alternative to traditional tenders. A creamy, tangy coating elevates the chicken to a new level of deliciousness, perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

Scale

500g (1lb 2oz) Chicken Tenders: Cut into 3-inch strips
120g (½ cup) Full-Fat Mayonnaise: Olive oil based is preferred
50g (1 ¾oz) Grated Parmesan Cheese: Freshly grated
30g (¼ cup) Panko Breadcrumbs: For a light, crispy texture
1 tsp (5g) Smoked Paprika: Adds smoky flavor
½ tsp (2g) Garlic Powder: For consistent garlic flavor
½ tsp (2g) Onion Powder: Enhances savory profile
¼ tsp (1g) Black Pepper: Freshly ground
¼ tsp (1g) Kosher Salt
1 tbsp (15ml) Lemon Juice: Brightens the mayonnaise
2 tbsp (30ml) Olive Oil: For drizzling
2 tbsp (30g) Pomegranate Arils: For garnish
2 tbsp (30g) Parsley, Chopped: For garnish
1 Lemon Zest: For garnish

Instructions

Preheat & Prep: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment and a wire rack.
Make Mayo Mixture: Whisk mayonnaise, lemon juice, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, pepper, and salt.
Coat Chicken: Pat chicken dry, dip in mayo mixture, then coat in Parmesan-panko.
Arrange & Drizzle: Place coated tenders on wire rack and drizzle with olive oil.
Bake to Perfection: Bake for 18-20 minutes, flipping halfway, until cooked through (165°F/74°C).
Rest & Drizzle: Rest for 5 minutes, then drizzle with lemon-mayo sauce.
Plate & Garnish: Plate, garnish with parsley, lemon zest, and pomegranate arils.

Notes

Patting the chicken dry is crucial for a crispy coating. Don’t overcrowd the baking sheet for even cooking.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Poultry
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 4
Calories: 350 kcal
Sugar: 3 g
Sodium: 450 mg
Fat: 20 g
Saturated Fat: 5 g
Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 15 g
Fiber: 1 g
Protein: 25 g
Cholesterol: 80 mg

Keywords: chicken, tenders, parmesan, panko, crispy, easy, dinner, snack, appetizer