Perfect Homemade Shake and Bake Chicken

Step 1

Place the chicken tenderloins on a plate or a sheet of wax paper. Brush the melted butter or oil on to the chicken strips. Coat them all over.

Step 2

Add panko or breadcrumbs and seasonings to a ziplock bag, dipping tray, or plate and stir or shake to mix. Place about 4 chicken strips to the bag (don't crowd them) and shake them to coat the chicken with the Shake and Bake seasonings and panko. Or dip the chicken tenders into the seasoning mix on a plate or dipping tray. Press gently if needed for coating to stick.

Step 3

Or dip the chicken tenders into the seasoning mix on a plate or dipping tray. Press gently if needed for coating to stick.

Step 4

Preheat oven to 375ºF. Prepare the shallow casserole dish or baking sheet by spraying it with cooking oil.

Step 5

Place coated chicken tenderloins on the prepared casserole pan or a baking sheet. Add fresh or frozen green beans, asparagus, sliced bell pepper, or broccoli, if desired.

Step 6

Bake at 375ºF for 15- 17 minutes, until golden and crisp. Check the chicken tenders internal temperature to see if they are at least 165ºF in the center. Remove from the oven.

Step 7

Serve the chicken tenders warm with your favorite dipping sauces.

Step 8

Preheat your air fryer to 350ºF, if needed.

Step 9

Add the breaded chicken tenders to the air fryer basket. Air fry them for 10-12 minutes, until golden and crisp. Check the internal temperature of the chicken strips to ensure they are 165º internally before serving.

Step 10

Serve the chicken tenders warm with your favorite dipping sauces.