Sesame Encrusted Baked Chicken Tenders
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4.7
Sesame Encrusted Baked Chicken Tenders
Description
Sesame Encrusted Baked Chicken Tenders start with chicken tenderloins seasoned with salt and pepper, then marinated briefly in sesame oil and low-sodium soy sauce. They are coated thoroughly in a blend of toasted sesame seeds, panko breadcrumbs, and a pinch of kosher salt. The tenders are baked on an oiled sheet, sprayed lightly with olive oil spray to promote browning and crispness. Cooking at 425°F until golden develops a crunch from the sesame and panko coating while preserving a tender interior.
The result is chicken tenders with a crisp, nutty crust and juicy meat inside, combining mild Asian-inspired flavors without overpowering the chicken. The combination of sesame seeds and panko creates a textural contrast that is appealing to the palate.
These tenders are practical for serving over rice or alongside steamed vegetables, suitable as a flavorful main course or a snack. Soy sauce can be added to taste at serving for extra savoriness.
Ingredients
- 8 chicken tenderloin 18 oz total
- ¾ tsp kosher salt to taste
- ¾ tsp black pepper to taste
- 2 tsp sesame oil
- 2 tsp soy sauce low sodium
- 6 tbsp sesame seeds toasted
- ½ tsp kosher salt
- ¼ cup panko
- olive oil spray form
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F. Spray a baking sheet with non-stick oil spray.
- Preheat the air fryer 400F. Cook 10 to 12 minutes, flipping halfway until cooked through, crispy and golden.
- Season chicken with kosher salt and pepper.
- Combine the sesame oil and soy sauce in a bowl, and the sesame seeds, ½t kosher salt and panko in another.
- Place chicken in the bowl with the oil and soy sauce, then into the sesame seed mixture to coat well.
- Place on the baking sheet; lightly spray the top of the chicken with oil spray and bake 8 to 10 minutes, until slightly browned on the bottom.
- Turn over and cook another 4 - 5 minutes or until cooked through and the edges are crisp. Serve over rice with more soy sauce, if desired.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 197 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 2chicken tenders | |
| Calories | 197kcal | 10% |
| Carbohydrates | 5.5g | 2% |
| Protein | 23g | 46% |
| Fat | 9g | 14% |
| Saturated Fat | 1.5g | 8% |
| Cholesterol | 51mg | 17% |
| Sodium | 400mg | 17% |
| Fiber | 1.5g | 6% |
| Sugar | 0.5g | 1% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
4.7
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