Herbed Chicken Tenders Potato Wedges (Print Version)

Juicy herbed chicken paired with crispy golden potato wedges for a wholesome flavorful meal.

# Components:

→ Chicken

01 - 1.3 lb chicken tenders
02 - 1 large egg
03 - ½ cup gluten-free or regular breadcrumbs
04 - 1 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped
05 - 1 tbsp fresh thyme, finely chopped
06 - 1 tsp garlic powder
07 - ½ tsp onion powder
08 - ½ tsp paprika
09 - ½ tsp salt
10 - ¼ tsp black pepper
11 - 2 tbsp olive oil (for cooking)

→ Potato Wedges

12 - 1.75 lb russet potatoes (about 4 medium), scrubbed and cut into wedges
13 - 2 tbsp olive oil
14 - 1 tsp dried oregano
15 - 1 tsp dried rosemary
16 - ½ tsp garlic powder
17 - ½ tsp paprika
18 - ½ tsp salt
19 - ¼ tsp black pepper

→ To Serve

20 - Lemon wedges (optional)
21 - Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

# Directions:

01 - Set the oven to 425°F and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
02 - Toss potato wedges with olive oil, oregano, rosemary, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated. Spread in a single layer on a baking sheet.
03 - Bake for 35 minutes, turning once halfway through, until wedges are golden and crisp.
04 - Whisk the egg in a shallow bowl. In another bowl, mix breadcrumbs, parsley, thyme, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
05 - Dip each chicken tender into the egg, then thoroughly coat with the breadcrumb-herb blend.
06 - Heat olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Cook chicken tenders in batches for 3 to 4 minutes per side until golden and cooked through to an internal temperature of 165°F.
07 - Place cooked chicken in the oven to keep warm while cooking remaining batches, if desired.
08 - Serve the herbed chicken tenders alongside hot potato wedges, garnished with fresh parsley and lemon wedges if preferred.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Family-friendly and crowd-pleasing
  • Crispy potato wedges and juicy chicken in one easy meal
02 -
  • For gluten-free, use gluten-free breadcrumbs and verify labels
  • To bake chicken instead of fry, use the oven at 220°C for 15 to 18 minutes
03 -
  • For extra crunch, use panko breadcrumbs
  • Swap sweet potatoes for a flavorful twist
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