🍗 Chicken Tenders on Texas Toast
This **Chicken Tenders on Texas Toast** is a quick, satisfying, and delicious meal — crispy baked or air-fried chicken tenders served on buttery Texas toast and topped with melty cheese and your favorite dipping sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or a fun family dinner!
Ingredients
- 1 lb (450g) chicken tenders or chicken breast strips
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 4 slices Texas toast bread
- 2 tbsp butter, melted (for brushing toast)
- 4 slices cheddar, mozzarella, or provolone cheese
- 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese (optional)
- 1/2 cup ranch, honey mustard, or BBQ sauce (for serving)
Instructions
- Prep chicken: Season chicken tenders with garlic powder, paprika, onion powder, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Breading station: Set up three bowls: flour, beaten eggs, and panko breadcrumbs.
- Bread chicken: Dredge each tender in flour, dip in egg, then coat in panko. Press to adhere.
- Cook:
- Air Fryer: Spray tenders with oil. Cook at 400°F for 10–12 minutes, flipping halfway.
- Oven: Place on a greased baking sheet. Bake at 400°F for 15–18 minutes, flipping once.
- Stovetop: Pan-fry in 1/4 inch oil over medium heat 3–4 minutes per side.
- Toast bread: While chicken cooks, brush Texas toast with melted butter and toast in a skillet, oven, or toaster until golden.
- Add cheese: Top each slice of toast with a piece of cheese and place under the broiler for 1–2 minutes to melt.
- Serve: Place 3–4 chicken tenders on each cheesy toast. Serve with dipping sauce on the side!
Tip: For extra flavor, mix 1/4 cup grated parmesan into the panko. Add a sprinkle of fresh parsley before serving!
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