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Baked Chicken Tenderloins

Tender and Juicy Baked Chicken Tenderloins You’ll Love

A delicious recipe for Baked Chicken Tenderloins that are tender, juicy, and packed with flavor.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 tenderloins
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Chicken tenderloins Thinly sliced chicken breasts can be a great substitute.
For the Spiced Butter Mixture
  • 1/4 cup Butter Melted; olive oil works well for a dairy-free option.
  • 1 tablespoon Smoked paprika
  • 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon Brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon Onion powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon Pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon Red pepper flakes Optional for extra heat.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • Whisk
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Combine melted butter (or olive oil) with smoked paprika, Italian seasoning, brown sugar, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and optional red pepper flakes in a mixing bowl.
  3. Pat the chicken tenderloins dry with paper towels and coat each with the spiced butter mixture.
  4. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and arrange the coated chicken tenderloins in a single layer.
  5. Bake the chicken tenderloins for 25 to 30 minutes, until they reach an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and are golden brown.
  6. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tenderloinCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 30gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure chicken is at room temperature before baking for even cooking. Use an instant-read thermometer to confirm doneness.

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