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Oven Baked Chicken Tenders Recipe​

Baked Chicken Tenders Recipe

These juicy, flavorful baked chicken tenders are seasoned with garlic, Italian herbs, and tamari for a healthy, gluten-free dinner. Ready in just 25 minutes without any breadcrumbs!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Dinner, Lunch, Main Course, Recipe
Cuisine: American, Global
Calories: 189
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound chicken breast tenders (8–10 pieces)
  • 2 tablespoons avocado oil (or any cooking oil)
  • 2 tablespoons tamari (or soy sauce alternative)
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper

Equipment

  • Rimmed baking sheet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Measuring spoons
  • Fork & paper towel (for tendon removal, optional)
  • Meat thermometer

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare a rimmed baking sheet (no lining needed as tenders are coated in oil).
  2. In a bowl, mix chicken tenders with oil, tamari, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, and black pepper. Let rest while oven heats.
  3. Arrange chicken in a single layer on the baking sheet.
  4. Bake for 15 minutes, or until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Thinner tenders may cook faster, so check with a thermometer.
  5. Remove from oven, rest for 2 minutes, and serve warm with dipping sauce and a fresh salad or mashed cauliflower.

Notes

For best results, remove the tendon before baking (use fork + paper towel method).
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
Great for meal prep—reheat gently in the oven to keep juicy.