Description
Panko Sesame Chicken Tenders are a delightful twist on classic chicken strips, featuring tender chicken coated in crispy panko breadcrumbs with a hint of sesame oil. These golden-brown tenders deliver an irresistible crunch and flavor, perfect for family dinners or game nights. Served with a quick and tangy dipping sauce, this dish is not only easy to prepare but also visually stunning—making it the star of any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tbsp toasted sesame oil
- 2 eggs
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp honey
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Prepare a baking sheet with nonstick spray.
- Cut chicken breasts into tender-sized strips and pat dry.
- In one bowl, beat the eggs until frothy. In another bowl, combine panko breadcrumbs, garlic powder, and sesame oil.
- Dip each chicken strip in the egg mixture, then coat in the panko mix.
- Arrange coated tenders on the baking sheet in a single layer and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
- Meanwhile, whisk together the soy sauce and honey for dipping.
- Serve hot with your choice of veggies or rice.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 tenders (150g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg