**Crispy Baked Chicken Tenders**

**Ingredients:**

**For the Chicken Tenders:**
– 1 1/2 pounds chicken tenders (or chicken breasts cut into strips)
– 1 cup all-purpose flour
– 2 large eggs
– 2 tablespoons milk
– 2 cups panko breadcrumbs
– 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
– 1 teaspoon garlic powder
– 1 teaspoon paprika
– Salt and pepper, to taste
– Cooking spray or olive oil spray
– Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
– Lemon wedges (for serving)

**For the Ranch Dipping Sauce:**
– 1/2 cup mayonnaise
– 1/4 cup sour cream
– 1/4 cup buttermilk
– 1 clove garlic, minced
– 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped (or 1 teaspoon dried dill)
– 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
– 1 tablespoon fresh chives, chopped
– 1 teaspoon lemon juice
– Salt and pepper, to taste

**Instructions:**

1. **Prepare the Chicken Tenders:**
– Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
– Set up a breading station with three shallow bowls:
– Bowl 1: All-purpose flour mixed with a pinch of salt and pepper.
– Bowl 2: Eggs whisked with milk.
– Bowl 3: Panko breadcrumbs mixed with Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
– Dredge each chicken tender in the flour, shaking off any excess.
– Dip the chicken into the egg mixture, ensuring it’s fully coated.
– Finally, press the chicken into the breadcrumb mixture, coating it evenly on all sides.

2. **Bake the Chicken Tenders:**
– Place the breaded chicken tenders on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
– Lightly spray the chicken with cooking spray or drizzle with a little olive oil to help them crisp up in the oven.
– Bake for 15-20 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the tenders are golden brown and cooked through. The internal temperature should reach 165°F (74°C).

3. **Make the Ranch Dipping Sauce:**
– In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, and buttermilk until smooth.
– Stir in the minced garlic, dill, parsley, chives, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
– Adjust seasoning to taste. If the sauce is too thick, you can thin it with a little more buttermilk.

4. **Serve:**
– Serve the crispy baked chicken tenders with the ranch dipping sauce on the side.
– Garnish with fresh parsley and lemon wedges for a burst of freshness.

These chicken tenders are crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and perfect for dipping in the homemade ranch sauce. Enjoy!

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