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Simple Chicken Tenderloin Parmesan

When you don't have time to pound out chicken breasts, make red sauce and shred several kinds of cheese, but still want a to make and serve a comfort meal, this Simple Chicken Tenderloin Parmesan is for you. It's one of the best uses of chicken tenders for a family favorite dinner recipe.
Course Main Course
Cuisine Italian
Keyword Simple Chicken Tenderloin Parmesan
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4 people
Calories 388kcal

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup Italian seasoned bread crumbs
  • 1 large egg, lightly beaten
  • 1-1/4 lbs chicken tenderloin
  • 1 cup marinara sauce (the thicker the better)
  • 2 tbsps olive oil
  • 1-1/4 cups shredded cheese, mozzarella
  • fresh basil leaves

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
  • Add bread crumbs to a shallow bowl. Dip tenderloins in egg, shaking off any excess. Coat with bread crumbs and place on a plate.
  • Add marinara sauce to an 11 x 7 baking pan. Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add half of the tenderloins, cooking on each side 1-2 minutes or until slightly golden. Remove and place in baking pan on top of marinara. Repeat with second batch of chicken.
  • Place one basil leave on top of each tenderloin and sprinkle cheese evenly over the pan. Bake for 15 minutes and serve immediately.
  • Serve with a side of pasta and a green salad for the perfect, quick and easy meal.

Nutrition

Calories: 388kcal | Carbohydrates: 14.6g | Protein: 45.3g | Fat: 17.9g | Saturated Fat: 1.5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1.4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5.4g | Cholesterol: 134mg | Sodium: 510mg | Potassium: 17.3mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 0.5g | Vitamin A: 22IU | Calcium: 12mg | Iron: 14mg