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Oven Baked Chicken Tenders (No Breading)

Tender, juicy, and so full of flavor! These naked chicken tenders don't have any breading - and they don't need it, either! They're healthy, wholesome, and absolutely delicious.

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
21 mins
Servings: 6
Calories: 262 kcal
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 2½ pounds chicken tenderloins
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil divided
  • 1 tablespoon chicken base
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoons garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoons black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
Garnish
  • 1 tablespoon freshly chopped parsley

Instructions

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  1. Preheat oven to 400˚F.
  2. Place the chicken tenders in a 9x13 inch baking dish. Pour 1 tablespoon of the oil and the chicken base over the chicken and toss to coat.
  3. Combine all of the spices except the parsley and mix, then sprinkle over the chicken tenders and toss them to evenly coat.
  4. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165˚F.
  5. Once done, allow to sit for 5 minutes then toss the chicken with the chopped parsley and serve.

Notes

  • Substitutions: 
  • How to Store: To save leftovers, separate into meal sized portions and then place in an airtight container and store:
  • To save leftovers, separate into meal sized portions and then place in an airtight container and store:
  • How to Freeze: These chicken tenders freeze well! To freeze them:
  • How to Reheat: Chicken tenders can be reheated in the microwave in 30 second increments, or cover with foil and place into the oven until warmed through.
  • How to Scale: This recipe is easily scaleable. To double the recipe, just double all of the ingredients. However, you will want to use a second baking dish so that the chicken can be spread in a single layer to cook evenly. To cut the recipe in half, just half the quantities and otherwise follow the recipe as written.
  • Chicken tenders - Chicken strips work, or you can use boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs. Note that larger cuts of chicken will take longer to cook.
  • Seasonings - Mix or match any seasonings you like.  
  • in the refrigerator for 3-4 days
  • in the freezer up to 6 months
  • Allow baked homemade chicken tenders to cool to room temperature, then transfer them to an airtight container or freezer bag.
  • Label and date your bag.
  • Transfer to the freezer.
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Nutrition Information

Calories 262kcal (13%) Carbohydrates 1g (0%) Protein 40g (80%) Fat 10g (15%) Saturated Fat 2g (10%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1g Monounsaturated Fat 5g Trans Fat 0.02g Cholesterol 121mg (40%) Sodium 419mg (17%) Potassium 720mg (21%) Fiber 0.2g (1%) Sugar 0.2g (0%) Vitamin A 280IU (6%) Vitamin C 3mg (3%) Calcium 15mg (2%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 262

% Daily Value*

Calories 262kcal 13%
Carbohydrates 1g 0%
Protein 40g 80%
Fat 10g 15%
Saturated Fat 2g 10%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g 6%
Monounsaturated Fat 5g 25%
Trans Fat 0.02g 1%
Cholesterol 121mg 40%
Sodium 419mg 17%
Potassium 720mg 15%
Fiber 0.2g 1%
Sugar 0.2g 0%
Vitamin A 280IU 6%
Vitamin C 3mg 3%
Calcium 15mg 2%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.