Baked Lemon-Garlic Chicken Tenders with Parmesan Crust

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Tender chicken tenders coated in a zesty lemon-garlic Parmesan crust, baked to golden perfection — a kid-friendly dinner that’s easy to prepare and full of flavor. This American-inspired kid-friendly recipe, ready in about 28 minutes, pairs chicken tenders, grated Parmesan cheese, lemon zest for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 18 min Serves 4 American cuisine 350 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. In a shallow bowl, combine 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, 1 tbsp lemon zest, 3 cloves minced garlic, 3/4 cup panko breadcrumbs, 3/4 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Stir to blend all flavors.
  2. Step 2: Brush 1 lb chicken tenders lightly with 2 tbsp olive oil to help the coating stick and add moisture.
  3. Step 3: Press each chicken tender into the Parmesan-lemon breadcrumb mixture, coating all sides evenly. Place the coated tenders on a parchment-lined baking sheet spaced apart.
  4. Step 4: Bake in the 425°F oven for 15-18 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the chicken is cooked through (internal temp 165°F) and the crust is golden and crisp.
  5. Step 5: Remove from oven and let rest for 3 minutes before serving. The tenders will be juicy with a bright, flavorful crust perfect for dipping or eating alone.

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