Greek Yogurt Chicken Tenders
The Greek yogurt marinade is the secret to the most tender chicken tenders you’ve ever made. The yogurt tenderizes the meat while the panko crust gets golden and crispy in the oven. Kids go crazy for these, adults steal them off the baking sheet, and they’re ready in 15 minutes.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Greek yogurt tenderizes the chicken — juicier than any other method
- Baked, not fried, but still crispy
- Kids love them as much as fast food nuggets
- Great for meal prep — reheat in the oven for 3 minutes
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Greek Yogurt Chicken Tenders
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs chicken tenderloins
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/3 cup grated parmesan
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper
- Cooking spray
- Honey mustard or ranch for dipping
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment and spray with cooking spray.
- Toss chicken tenders with Greek yogurt until coated.
- Mix panko, parmesan, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper in a shallow dish.
- Press each yogurt-coated tender into the panko mixture, coating all sides. Place on baking sheet.
- Spray tops with cooking spray. Bake 10-12 minutes until golden and cooked through (165°F). Serve with honey mustard.
Recipe Tips
- The yogurt acts as both a marinade and a “glue” for the breadcrumbs.
- Spray the tops with cooking spray before baking — it’s the key to golden crispiness.
- For extra crispy tenders, broil for the last 2 minutes.
- These freeze great — bake, cool, freeze on a sheet pan, then bag them up.
Calories: 340 | Protein: 40g | Fat: 8g | Carbs: 22g
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Nutritional information is estimated and may vary.
