Oatmeal-Crusted Chicken Tenders

Gluten Free
Health score
15%
Oatmeal-Crusted Chicken Tenders
45 min.
4
290kcal

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Are you looking for a delicious yet healthy meal that the whole family will love? Look no further than our Oatmeal-Crusted Chicken Tenders! This gluten-free dish is not only easy to prepare but also packed with flavor and nutrition, making it perfect for lunch or dinner.

The secret to this mouthwatering recipe lies in the crunchy oatmeal coating, which adds a delightful texture that pairs perfectly with tender, juicy chicken. Enhanced with freshly grated Parmesan cheese and aromatic thyme, these chicken tenders are sure to be a hit at the dinner table. With only 290 calories per serving, you can indulge in a guilt-free meal that satisfies cravings without compromising health.

What’s more, this dish is a fantastic way to involve your little ones in the kitchen. From identifying ingredients to helping with the assembly, cooking together can be a fun and educational experience. In just 45 minutes, you’ll have a wholesome meal that not only tastes great but also encourages healthy eating habits. So, spark your culinary creativity and give this Oatmeal-Crusted Chicken Tenders recipe a try—your taste buds will thank you!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper black freshly ground
  • pound chicken breast tenders 
  • teaspoon thyme leaves fresh chopped
  • cup old-fashioned oats 
  • ounces parmesan cheese fresh grated
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 

Equipment

  • food processor
  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • plastic wrap
  • meat tenderizer

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 45
  2. Place oats in a food processor, and process 20 seconds or until coarsely ground.
  3. Add cheese and next 3 ingredients. Pulse to combine, and place in a shallow bowl.
  4. Place each chicken breast tender between 2 sheets of heavy-duty plastic wrap; pound to 1/4-inch thickness using a meat mallet or small heavy skillet. Coat both sides of tenders with cooking spray; dredge tenders in oat mixture.
  5. Place tenders on a baking sheet coated with cooking spray.
  6. Bake at 450 for 15 minutes or until browned.
  7. let your toddler help by: Identifying and gathering the ingredients.

Nutrition Facts

Calories290kcal
Protein48.46%
Fat30.95%
Carbs20.59%

Properties

Glycemic Index
36
Glycemic Load
4.89
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
18.296521762143%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.23mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:290.26kcal
14.51%
Fat:9.76g
15.02%
Saturated Fat:4.36g
27.26%
Carbohydrates:14.61g
4.87%
Net Carbohydrates:12.46g
4.53%
Sugar:0.37g
0.41%
Cholesterol:87.03mg
29.01%
Sodium:764.13mg
33.22%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:34.39g
68.78%
Selenium:46.94µg
67.05%
Vitamin B3:12.12mg
60.61%
Phosphorus:469.53mg
46.95%
Vitamin B6:0.89mg
44.55%
Manganese:0.78mg
39.12%
Calcium:270.71mg
27.07%
Vitamin B5:1.94mg
19.43%
Magnesium:67.83mg
16.96%
Potassium:517.28mg
14.78%
Zinc:1.99mg
13.28%
Vitamin B2:0.22mg
12.82%
Vitamin B1:0.17mg
11.63%
Iron:1.56mg
8.65%
Fiber:2.15g
8.6%
Vitamin B12:0.48µg
8.03%
Copper:0.12mg
6.07%
Vitamin A:224.52IU
4.49%
Folate:12.76µg
3.19%
Vitamin C:2.16mg
2.62%
Vitamin E:0.35mg
2.32%
Vitamin D:0.22µg
1.46%
Vitamin K:1.2µg
1.14%
Source:My Recipes