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Crispy Baked Mummy Chicken Tenders

These delightful chicken tenders wrapped in flaky puff pastry and baked to golden perfection are perfect for any gathering or cozy night in.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 850
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb Chicken tenders Fresh or organic for better flavor.
  • 1 sheet Puff pastry Thawed if frozen.
  • 1 large Egg For egg wash.
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese Grated.
  • 1 tsp Garlic powder Can be substituted with Italian seasoning.
  • 1 tsp Salt Adjust to taste.
  • 1 tsp Pepper Adjust to taste.
Dipping Sauce
  • 1 serving Dipping sauce (e.g., honey mustard or barbecue sauce) Choose your favorite.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Roll out the puff pastry on a floured surface to about 1/4 inch thickness and cut into thin strips.
  3. Wrap the pastry strips around each chicken tender, overlapping slightly.
  4. Place the wrapped tenders on the lined baking sheet.
  5. Prepare the egg wash by whisking the egg with a bit of water and brush it over the pastry.
  6. Sprinkle the wrapped chicken tenders with parmesan, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
Cooking
  1. Bake in the preheated oven for about 15-20 minutes until golden brown and the chicken is cooked through, reaching an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
  2. Let the chicken tenders rest for a few minutes before serving with your favorite dipping sauce.

Notes

For added creativity, serve with a variety of dipping sauces. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months.