Easy Parmesan Chicken Tenders with Garlic Dip

Let me spill the beans on this genius recipe that makes my heart (and taste buds) sing! We’re talking about Easy Parmesan Chicken Tenders with Garlic Dip. It’s the kinda meal that feels like comfort food should be — crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and with a garlicky dip that’s pure magic. You’ll wanna try it because it’s one of those dishes that makes you pause and savor every bite, even when life’s coming at you faster than a toddler chasing after their snacks.

Speaking of toddlers, my family absolutely devours these chicken tenders. Picture a chaotic Tuesday evening, homework sprawled all over the kitchen table, the dog barking at absolutely nothing, and I’m over here trying not to burn dinner. Enter, this recipe: a lifesaver. I can get it on the table faster than I can find the missing piece to the LEGO set that’s taken over my living room. My husband swears these are better than his mom’s, and if that’s not a win, I don’t know what is.

Why You’ll Love This Easy Parmesan Chicken Tenders with Garlic Dip

– It’s foolproof, which I need because I’ve got a hundred other things to juggle.
– That crispy coating? Yeah, it stays crispy. Promise.
– Dip, dip, hooray! The garlic dip could make cardboard taste good, but luckily, we have chicken tenders.

How to Make It

Alright, friend, here’s the scoop on making these bad boys. Grab your chicken tenders — seasoned and ready to go. Coat them in a mix of breadcrumbs and parmesan (that glorious, cheesy crunch magic). Toss them in the oven, and attempt not to eat them the second they’re done. The garlic dip comes together like a dream, I mean, who doesn’t love an excuse to use way too much garlic? So, boom! You just set up dinner like a boss.

Ingredient Notes

– Chicken Tenders: These are your stars. I like mine plump and fresh, but if they’re frozen, just defrost those babies first, okay?
– Parmesan: Fresh is best, my friends, but in a pinch, the green can will do. Don’t skip it!
– Garlic: More the merrier. Once I forgot to add it, and it was a tragedy. Never again.

### Recipe Steps

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Mix breadcrumbs and parmesan. You know the drill — get messy.
3. Coat chicken tenders in mix. Crowning moment, yes.
4. Bake until golden and juicy, about 20 minutes.
5. Whip up that garlic dip. Stir it real good.
6. Dunk, munch, repeat.

What to Serve It With

Tips & Mistakes

Watch them close, they can go from golden to, uh, extra crispy pretty quick. Also, never underestimate a good dip — let it sit a bit for the flavors to mesh.

Storage Tips

If you’ve got leftovers (which I never do), toss them in an airtight container. They hold up in the fridge for a couple of days. Eating them cold? Do it. They’re surprisingly good, and yes, I’ve had them for breakfast. No regrets.

Variations and Substitutions

Forgot breadcrumbs? Crushing up some old cereal works too — sounds odd, but trust me. Honey for sugar in the dip is sweet magic. And when I’m out of Parmesan, I’ve swapped in some pecorino, and it still hit the spot.

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Easy Parmesan Chicken Tenders with Garlic Dip

Juicy chicken tenders coated with a crispy parmesan crust, served with a creamy homemade garlic dip. Perfect for a quick and delicious meal.

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Prep Time: 15 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes minutes

Total Time: 35 minutes minutes

Servings: 4

Calories: 120kcal

Ingredients

 

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Main Ingredients

• ▢ 1.5 lbs chicken tenders
• ▢ 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• ▢ 1 cup breadcrumbs preferably panko for extra crunch
• ▢ 1 tsp garlic powder
• ▢ 0.5 tsp salt
• ▢ 0.25 tsp black pepper freshly ground
• ▢ 2 large eggs
• ▢ 0.5 cup mayonnaise for the garlic dip
• ▢ 2 cloves garlic minced, for the garlic dip
• ▢ 1 tbsp lemon juice for the garlic dip

Instructions

Preparation Steps

• Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
• In a shallow bowl, whisk together eggs.
• In another bowl, combine Parmesan cheese, breadcrumbs, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
• Dip each chicken tender into the egg mixture, then coat thoroughly with the Parmesan breadcrumb mix.
• Place coated tenders on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 18-20 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through.
• While baking, prepare the garlic dip by mixing mayonnaise, minced garlic, and lemon juice in a small bowl.
• Serve the chicken tenders hot with the garlic dip on the side.

Notes

For extra crispiness, broil the tenders for the last 2 minutes of cooking. Store leftovers in an airtight container and reheat in the oven.