Lemon Pepper Chicken Tenders Recipe
Lemon Pepper Chicken Tenders are made with juicy chicken tenders coated in buttery breadcrumbs seasoned with lemon pepper seasoning, lemon zest, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, and Italian herbs. A quick, easy, and delicious weeknight dinner perfect enjoyed by the whole family.
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 3 pounds boneless skinless chicken tenders
- ¾ cup butter melted
- 6 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1.5 cups Panko breadcrumbs
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest packed
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon dried parsley
- 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- ⅓ teaspoon red chili flakes
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
- In a shallow bowl mix together the breadcrumbs, lemon zest, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, salt and pepper, onion powder, dried oregano and parsley and the red chili flakes. Set aside.
- In a separate small bowl, mix together the melted butter and lemon juice.
- Carefully dip chicken tenders into the butter mixture and then coat entire surface with breadcrumbs. Repeat with each chicken tender.
- Transfer to a large baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake at 400 degrees F for approximately 20-25 minutes.
- Remove from oven and serve.
Nutrition
Calories: 901kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 85g | Fat: 51g | Saturated Fat: 28g | Cholesterol: 331mg | Sodium: 1830mg | Potassium: 1376mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 1430IU | Vitamin C: 14.7mg | Calcium: 350mg | Iron: 2.7mg
