Description
These Crispy Parmesan-Crusted Chicken Tenders with Garlic Dip are the perfect blend of crunchy, cheesy coating and juicy chicken, served with a rich and tangy garlic sauce. An easy dinner or appetizer recipe that’s family-friendly, air fryer or oven-ready, and full of flavor. A must-try chicken dinner idea.
Ingredients
500g chicken tenders
100g freshly grated Parmesan cheese
1 cup panko breadcrumbs
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp paprika
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
2 large eggs
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/3 cup mayonnaise
1/3 cup sour cream
2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
1 tbsp lemon juice
Instructions
1. Set up a breading station with three shallow bowls: one for seasoned flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with a Parmesan-panko mixture.
2. Coat each chicken tender first in the flour, then dip in eggs, and finish in the breadcrumb-Parmesan mix.
3. Arrange the breaded tenders on a parchment-lined baking sheet or air fryer basket.
4. Bake at 425°F or air fry at 400°F for 12-15 minutes, until golden brown and crispy.
5. Mix mayonnaise, sour cream, garlic, lemon juice, and salt in a bowl to make the garlic dip.
6. Serve tenders hot with the garlic dip on the side and enjoy immediately.
Notes
These are best served fresh for maximum crunch.
You can double the garlic in the dip for extra bold flavor.
Try adding Italian seasoning or chili flakes to the breadcrumb mix for a twist.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baked or Air Fried
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion (of 4 total)
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 130mg