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Close-up of crispy, golden Oven-Baked Cheddar Jalapeño Chicken Tenders on a white plate.

Oven-Baked Cheddar Jalapeño Chicken Tenders


  • Author: iyma hernandes
  • Total Time: 40 min
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Make these easy, flavorful oven-baked chicken tenders with cheddar cheese and jalapeños.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1.5 lbs chicken tenders
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 jalapeño, seeded and minced
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a bowl, mix cheddar cheese, jalapeño, breadcrumbs, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  3. Pour milk into a separate bowl.
  4. Dip each chicken tender in milk, then coat with the cheese mixture.
  5. Place the coated tenders on a baking sheet.
  6. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the coating is golden brown.

Notes

  • For a spicier kick, leave some seeds in the jalapeño.
  • Serve with your favorite dipping sauce.
  • Prep Time: 15 min
  • Cook Time: 25 min
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4 tenders
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 2
  • Sodium: 350
  • Fat: 18
  • Saturated Fat: 9
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7
  • Trans Fat: 0
  • Carbohydrates: 12
  • Fiber: 1
  • Protein: 35
  • Cholesterol: 100

Keywords: chicken tenders, baked chicken, cheddar, jalapeño, easy recipe