Name: 35+ BEST Chicken Tenderloin Recipes
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min
Ingredients: 1 pound chicken tenders; ½ cup flour; 2 eggs; 1/2 cup panko bread crumbs; 1/2 cup Italian style bread crumbs; ⅓ cup parmesan cheese; ½ teaspoon salt; ½ teaspoon pepper; Olive oil spray; Lemon wedges (for serving)

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Wondering what to make with chicken tenders for dinner tonight? Here are 35+ simple chicken tenderloin recipes to try out. They’re all SO delicious and comforting!

With these 35+ chicken tender recipes, you’ll be able to put together a delicious and exciting chicken tenderloin dinner.

Whether you’re looking for a Southwest twist, an Italian spin, or a cozy and classic home-cooked meal, these chicken tenderloin recipes are sure to satisfy your cravings.

Plus, they’re all super delicious and easy to prepare!

Here’s 35+ of my favorite chicken tenderloin recipes that you can try out for dinner tonight!

The BEST Chicken Tenderloin Recipes

Air fried chicken tenders on serving tray with small bowl of ranch and lemon wedges.

Air Fryer Chicken Tenders cook up golden & crispy on the outside, but juicy inside. The best part is they can be made in under 20 minutes with just 6-ingredients.

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Seared chicken tenders smothered in the most amazing sticky sauce! This family favorite is easy to make, it’s DELICIOUS, and can be on the table in 15 minutes.

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Sriracha honey chicken tenders are crunchy, spicy, sweet, and sticky. Served with a refreshing dipping sauce on the side!

Get the RECIPE from Salt and Lavender

Weeknight style 30 Minute Crispy Cheese Chicken Tinga Tacos with pineapple salsa. Crunchy on the outside…spicy and cheesy inside…so good!

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Made with lemon yogurt marinated chicken and a simple homemade tzatziki sauce, this healthy chicken gyro recipe is done in 30 minutes!

Get the RECIPE from Foodie Crush

Sticky Garlic Chicken and Broccoli. These tender, juicy, flavor-pumpin’ chicken pieces are so good!

Get the RECIPE from Pinch of Yum

Juicy and flavorful, these 4-ingredient grilled chicken tenders are going to be your favorite thing to grill! They have a delicious honey lime glaze you’ll be licking off your fingers!

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Honey Mustard Pretzel Chicken and Avocado Bacon Salad…salty, spicy pretzel chicken and sweet honey mustard dressing…quick and delicious!

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Lemon Butter Chicken Tenders – small strips of chicken are tossed with herbs and spices and seared until golden brown, then finished with a simple

Get the RECIPE from Cooking Classy

Buffalo Chicken Tenders are baked to crispy perfection thanks to a few tricks in the preparation method.

Get the RECIPE from Chelsea’s Messy Apron

Everything Bagel Chicken Tenders are perfect for an easy weeknight meal! They’re best when served with the sweet and tangy maple mustard sauce.

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This easy chicken tenderloin dinner is a family favorite! Crispy, baked chicken topped with sauce and mozzarella cheese!

Get the RECIPE from Mantitlement

Chicken tenders breaded in a garlic parmesan panko mixture and baked to crispy perfection! This is a meal the entire family will love!

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Healthier chicken tenders cooked in a simple delicious garlic butter sauce. The chicken tenderloins turn out so tender, juicy, succulent, and flavorful. A weeknight dinner ready in just 15 minutes!

Get the RECIPE from Little Sunny Kitchen

Crispy, healthy baked chicken tenders with honey mustard sauce are the easy, dinnertime win that we all deserve.

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Sesame Crusted Chicken Tenders with sweet chili dipping sauce are a quick and easy family friendly dinner. You’ll love these healthy, gluten free, Asian inspired chicken tenders!

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These crispy coconut crusted chicken tenders are coated with a crispy coconut-panko crust & pan-fried before baking to juicy, golden-brown perfection!

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Crispy breaded chicken, angel hair pasta, and an amazing lemon garlic butter sauce combine to make this knockout chicken scampi. It’s light, flavorful, and ready in less than 30 minutes!

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Chicken tenders have never been so delicious! Cooked in the Instant Pot, they are ready to serve in 15 minutes and make for a great appetizer

Get the RECIPE from Easy Chicken Recipes

These pecan crusted chicken tenders with buttermilk ranch come together in a flash and are loaded with an abundance of flavor and protein.

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Truly crunchy & crispy Baked Parmesan Chicken Tenders with a delicious medley of roasted veggies — a nutritious dinner prepared all on 1 pan!

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Add some spice to your tenders with this air fryer Flamin’ Hot chicken tender recipe. Quick and easy to make, they are bursting with flavor!

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Coconut Chicken Fingers with Bang Bang Sauce: Switching up the average weeknight meal with this delicious, easy, and fun 30-minute meal!

Get the RECIPE from Half Baked Harvest

Calling all parents – Pretzel Chicken is the kid-friendly dinner of your dreams! Chicken tenders are dredged in a flavorful pretzel breading then fried to crispy perfection.

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Buffalo Chicken Wraps are perfect for lunch or dinner!

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If you like piña coladas and getting caught in the rain… then you’re going to LOVE these coconut chicken tenders with piña colada dip!

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Bacon wrapped chicken tenders are loved by adults and kids alike! Sprinkle bacon with brown sugar or sesame seeds for added texture!

Get the RECIPE from Well Seasoned Studio

Baked Chicken Recipe: Chicken strips are marinated in a sweet and spicy sauce, then baked, not fried, for a healthy and flavorful dinner everyone will love in the family.

Get the RECIPE from Eatwell101

Buffalo Chicken + Avocado BLT Wraps are perfect for lunch or dinner.

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Perfectly spiced chicken skewers soaked in a coconut milk & peanut butter marinade, then grilled & served with peanut butter dipping sauce.

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Try this One-Pot 45 Minute Coq au Vin with Brown Butter Sage Mashed Potatoes for a perfect comfort food meal!

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This easy Chicken Lazone recipe is the low carb chicken dinner of your dreams! Pan-fried, juicy chicken tenders tossed in the most amazing cream sauce.

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Honey Mustard Pretzel Crusted Chicken and Brie Crepes w/ Strawberry Basil Salsa. Chicken the first night, leftovers in crepes another for easy prep!

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Baked Chicken Tenders with Chili Yogurt Sauce – crispy chicken tenders coated with a panko mixture and served with chili yogurt sauce!

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Pistachio Quinoa Dukkah Crusted Chicken Fingers with Sun-dried Tomato Pesto, a yummy grown-up version of the chicken finger.

Get the RECIPE from Half Baked Harvest

How to Make Ahead and Store

Many of these recipes can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for a few days or even in the freezer. Simply check the individual recipes for full storing instructions and details on how to make ahead.

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