Baked Pesto Chicken Tenders

Pesto Chicken

Baked Pesto Chicken Tenders

Baked Pesto Chicken Tenders
  • PREP TIME
    5 mins
  • COOK TIME
    30 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    35 mins
  • SERVING
    4 People
  • VIEWS
    55

Transform simple chicken tenders into a flavorful weeknight delight with this easy baked pesto recipe. The aromatic basil pesto, combined with creamy mayonnaise and crispy panko breadcrumbs, creates a symphony of textures and tastes that's both healthy and satisfying.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    20 g
  • Cholesterol
    74 mg
  • Fiber
    0 g
  • Protein
    30 g
  • Saturated Fat
    3 g
  • Sodium
    301 mg
  • Fat
    13 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Recipe View 5 mins Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). (5 minutes)

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02 Step

Recipe View 2 mins In a medium bowl, whisk together the pesto and mayonnaise until well combined. (2 minutes)

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Recipe View 10 mins Dredge each chicken tenderloin in the pesto mixture, ensuring both sides are thoroughly coated. Then, press the pesto-coated tenderloins into the panko bread crumbs, making sure they are evenly coated. (10 minutes)

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04 Step

Recipe View 2 mins Arrange the breaded chicken tenders in a single layer on a baking sheet. (2 minutes)

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Recipe View 30 mins Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes. Turn the chicken pieces over and continue baking until the chicken is no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear when pierced with a fork, about 15 more minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). (30 minutes)

For extra flavor, try adding a pinch of red pepper flakes to the pesto mixture.
If you don't have panko breadcrumbs, regular breadcrumbs can be used, but the texture will be slightly different.
To prevent sticking, lightly grease the baking sheet with cooking spray or line it with parchment paper.

Mose Walter

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.7/ 5 ( 18 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (3)

  • Dion Olson

    May 13, 2025

    Great recipe for a quick and healthy weeknight dinner.

  • Conner Vandervort

    Jan 27, 2025

    I added a little parmesan cheese to the breadcrumbs for extra flavor.

  • Leanna Cruickshank

    Oct 28, 2024

    These were so easy to make and my kids loved them!

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