Step 1

Fill a large bowl with 1 quart of water and 2 tablespoons of salt. Stir to combine and the salt is absorbed. Add the chicken tenderloins and let them sit in the saltwater to brine for at least 15 minutes.

Step 2

Preheat oven to 425°F, and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Set aside.

Step 3

In a medium bowl, whisk together the egg, oil, lemon juice, garlic, salt, and pepper.

Step 4

In another bowl, add breadcrumbs, paprika, onion powder, and parmesan cheese.

Step 5

Remove chicken tenderloin from the brine. Then pat dry with paper towels.

Step 6

Add chicken into the egg mixture, shake off the excess. Then dredge the chicken in the breadcrumb mixture.

Step 7

Arrange chicken on the baking sheet. Then bake for 8 minutes. Flip and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes or until cooked through.