Garlic Parmesan Chicken Tenders: Crispy, Golden, and Full of Flavor
Crispy golden chicken tenders coated with garlic, Parmesan cheese, and Italian herbs, served with a creamy garlic Parmesan dipping sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Fried
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
1 1/2 lbs chicken tenders
1 cup all-purpose flour
2 large eggs
2 tbsp milk
1 1/2 cups panko breadcrumbs
3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder
1 tsp Italian seasoning
1/2 tsp paprika
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
Vegetable oil, for frying
2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
Extra grated Parmesan, for serving
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup sour cream
1 small garlic clove, minced
1 tsp lemon juice
1 tbsp milk
1 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
1. Pat chicken dry and cut into strips if needed.
2. Mix flour in one bowl, eggs and milk in another.
3. Combine panko, Parmesan, and seasonings in a third bowl.
4. Coat chicken in flour, egg mixture, then breadcrumbs.
5. Heat oil to 350°F in a skillet.
6. Fry chicken 3–5 minutes per side until golden and cooked to 165°F internally.
7. Mix mayonnaise, sour cream, garlic, lemon juice, milk, Parmesan, and parsley for the sauce.
8. Sprinkle chicken with Parmesan and parsley. Serve with dipping sauce.
Notes
Use panko for extra crunch.
Bake at 425°F for 15–20 minutes or air-fry at 400°F for 10–14 minutes, checking for an internal temperature of 165°F.
Cook in batches to keep the coating crispy.
Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for 3–4 days.
Serve with fries, salad, roasted vegetables, or your favorite dipping sauce.
Find it online: https://elitesrecipes.com/garlic-parmesan-chicken-tenders/