Zesty Dill Pickle Oven-Baked Chicken Tenders

Ingredients

- 1 pound chicken tenders
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 teaspoons natural pickle flavoring
- 1/2 cup dill weed, finely chopped
- 1 cup diced pickle pieces
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil

Instructions

1. Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

2. Prepare the Breading Station
Set up three shallow bowls. In the first bowl, combine the all-purpose flour with salt and black pepper. In the second bowl, beat the eggs with the natural pickle flavoring until smooth. In the third bowl, mix breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, and chopped dill weed.

3. Coat the Chicken Tenders
Pat the chicken tenders dry with paper towels to ensure the coating sticks. Dip each tender into the flour mixture, shaking off any excess. Then, dredge it into the egg mixture, allowing any extra to drip off. Finally, coat the tender evenly in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently so the crumbs adhere well.

4. Prepare for Baking
Arrange the coated chicken tenders on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Drizzle the tenders lightly with olive oil to encourage crispiness during baking.

5. Bake the Chicken Tenders
Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through. The tenders should be golden brown and have an internal temperature of 165°F.

6. Garnish and Serve
Once baked, remove the tenders from the oven. Sprinkle the diced pickle pieces evenly across the chicken for an added burst of flavor. Serve immediately and enjoy your zesty dill-infused lunch.

Total Time

PT35M
35 minutes

Type of Dish

Lunch

Keywords

Dill Pickle Chicken, Oven-Baked Chicken Tenders, Lunch Recipe, Pickle Infused, Chicken Tenders, Quick Lunch, Zesty Chicken, Dill Weed, Healthy Meal, Easy Lunch

Recipe Yield

Serves 4 adults

Calories

Total: 1,200 calories (approximately 300 calories per serving)

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