Method
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1
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit (205 degrees Celsius). Line a sheet pan with parchment paper and spray with pan spray.
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2
In a small bowl, make a spice mixture by combining the salt, pepper, garlic, onion powder and cayenne pepper.
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3
Add the buttermilk and 1 tablespoon of the spice mixture to a bowl and mix well.
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4
Add the chicken tenders to the spiced buttermilk and coat completely. Let them sit for at least 15 minutes and up to 30 minutes.
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5
Stir the remaining spice mix, Parmesan cheese and toasted Panko together in a shallow dish.
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6
Remove the chicken tenders from the buttermilk and dredge in the Panko mixture. Coat both sides of each chicken tender evenly.
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7
Place the breaded chicken tenders on the prepared sheet pan. Spray with pan spray and bake for 20 minutes, flipping halfway. Finish the tenders under the broiler for extra crispiness.