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Chicken Tenders Parmesan

Chicken Tenders Parmesan

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🍗 A quicker twist on classic Chicken Parmesan using crispy baked chicken tenders instead of whole breasts.
🧀 Topped with marinara, melted mozzarella, and Parmesan for the same comforting Italian American flavors with less fuss.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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8 breaded chicken tenders

2 cups marinara sauce

1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese

4 ounces shredded mozzarella cheese

Fresh basil or parsley for garnish

Instructions

1-Preheat the oven: Preheat oven to 425°F.

2-Arrange the chicken tenders: Place 8 breaded chicken tenders in a single layer in a 13×9 baking dish, leaving space between each for even crisping.

3-Bake the chicken: Bake for 25 minutes until golden and the internal temperature reaches 165°F.

4-Warm the marinara sauce: Warm 2 cups marinara sauce in microwave for 1-2 minutes or in a saucepan until steamy.

5-Spoon sauce over tenders: Spoon warm marinara evenly over the baked tenders.

6-Add cheeses: Sprinkle 1/3 cup grated Parmesan and 4 ounces shredded mozzarella over the sauce.

7-Bake until bubbly: Return dish to oven; bake 15-20 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden. (Optional: broil last minute for extra browning.)

8-Garnish and serve: Top with fresh basil or parsley; serve over pasta, with a side salad, or garlic bread.

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Notes

🔥 For extra browning, switch to broil for the last minute of baking.
🧀 Swap mozzarella for provolone or fontina to create a different flavor profile.
♨️ Reheat leftovers in an oven or air fryer at 350°F to keep the coating crispy.

  • Author: Ruby Bennett
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 chicken tenders
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 780mg
  • Fat: 23g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 13g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 28g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 28g
  • Cholesterol: 75mg