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    How To Cook Chicken Tenderloins With Roasted Veggies Perfectly

    Published: May 23, 2023 · Modified: Sep 2, 2023 · By: Joe Duff

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    If you've been looking for how to cook chicken tenderloins perfectly every single time you make 'em, look no further than this recipe! These baked chicken tenderloins are tender, juicy, and oh-so flavorful. Plus, the veggies that are paired with them are roasted to perfection and everything cooks on one sheet pan in less than 30 minutes. Honestly, this is just a filling, wholesome, and easy recipe the whole family is bound to enjoy!

    Baked chicken tenderloins on top of roasted chopped veggies on a plate. They're garnished with herbs, some of which are delicately scattered on the table top. Part of a bowl of herbs and a parchment paper lined baking sheet with more chicken and veggies can be seen in the back.

    Table of Contents

    • The Best Baked Chicken Tenderloins
      • Why This Recipe Works
      • Ingredients
        • Ingredient Substitutions and Suggestions
      • How To Cook Chicken Tenderloins
        • Step 1: Prepare The Spice Mixture
        • Step 2: Season The Chicken and Veggies
        • Step 3: Bake and Serve
      • What To Serve With Chicken Tenderloins
      • How To Store Chicken Tenderloins
        • How To Reheat Chicken Tenderloins
      • FAQS About This Chicken Tenderloins Recipe
        • How long should you cook chicken breast tenderloins?
        • What temperature should chicken tenderloins be cooked at?
        • How do you cook chicken tenderloins so they aren't dry?
        • Can I air fry chicken tenderloins?
      • Wrapping it Up
    • More Chicken Recipes
    • How To Cook Chicken Tenderloins With Roasted Veggies Perfectly
      • Ingredients
      • Instructions
      • Nutrition
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    The Best Baked Chicken Tenderloins

    As far as easy to make chicken dinner recipes go, these sheet pan chicken tenderloins have got to be one of the easiest.

    This chicken tenderloin recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or just days when you don't feel like doing too much cooking. And it also doubles as a tasty meal prep recipe too.

    Anyway, the chicken tenders themselves turn out super juicy with a crisp seasoned skin, and the roasted veggies are fork tender and just so, so yummy.

    Now, while the tenderloins and veggies are great on their own I think they're even better paired with some sides. A few of my favorites to serve with it are these cauliflower mashed potatoes, this sauteed eggplant, and this cauliflower rice. 

    Why This Recipe Works

    The chicken cooks perfectly. It comes out super tender and juicy with a crisp exterior for the perfect texture.

    Minimal prep. You can have the chicken and veggies prepared and ready to cook in as fast as 5 minutes.

    Simple ingredients. If you have chicken and vegetables, everything else you need for this recipe can be found in your pantry. 

    Healthy. This recipe is a great low carb high protein meal with nutritious vegetables.

    Chicken tenderloins and chopped veggies in a parchment paper lined baking sheet. It's garnished with herbs, a few of which are scattered on the table top. A small bowl can be seen in the back.

    Ingredients

    So, another thing to love about this chicken tenderloin recipe is that all the ingredients are simple and easy to find. You might even have everything you need to bake chicken tenderloins at home already!

    Anyway, here's everything you'll need for these baked chicken tenderloins:

    • 6 Chicken Tenderloins
    • 1 tbsp. Smoked Paprika
    • 1 tbsp. Lemon Pepper Spice
    • 1 tbsp. Garlic Powder
    • 1 tsp. Salt
    • 3 tbsp. Butter, melted
    • ½ Cucumber, cut into big chunks
    • 1 cup Broccoli Florets
    • 1 Carrot, cut into big chunks

    Yup, that's it! It's a simple ingredient list that yields one of the best chicken tender recipes without breading.

    Also, just so you know, you can use a lot of these same ingredients to make this roasted chicken and veggies recipe, this chicken sausage with peppers recipe, or this baked chicken tender recipe. They're two more of my favorite easy sheet pan recipes to make.

    Clockwise from top: A shallow medium bowl of melted butter, 6 raw chicken tenderloins in a large bowl, small glass bowls of garlic powder, paprika, and lemon pepper on a parchment paper lined baking sheet, a small glass bowl of salt, a large bowl of chopped veggies.

    Ingredient Substitutions and Suggestions

    While I recommend making this sheet pan recipe with the ingredients listed above, I do have some suggestions for making some substitutions if you're in a pinch.

    With that said, if you're using frozen chicken tenderloins, you'll want to thaw them in the fridge overnight first before cooking them. However, if you're in a rush, you can thaw them quickly. To do that, just place the chicken tenders in a ziplock bag and submerge 'em in water for 1-2 hours, replacing the water every 30 minutes or so.

    By the way, I like to use cucumbers, broccoli, and carrots as my roasted veggies, but you can use anything you want! Some other great options are asparagus, zucchini, cauliflower, and bell peppers. 

    Oh, and as for the seasonings, feel free to use anything that suits your tastes and preferences. I personally love the seasoning mix that this recipe calls for, but really anything works great when you cook chicken tenders, like adding some onion powder.

    A small bowl of spices surrounded by larger bowls of chopped veggies, raw chicken tenderloins, melted butter, and a parchment paper lined baking sheet.

    How To Cook Chicken Tenderloins

    As I've mentioned a couple of times, the process of making these chicken tenderloins really could not be any easier.

    Honestly, all you have to do is basically mix the seasonings together, apply them to the chicken and veggies, and then bake everything in the oven. It's a simple 3 step process that produces perfect results every time.

    Anyway, let's not waste any more time, let's dive into those steps!

    Step 1: Prepare The Spice Mixture

    Before you do anything else, preheat your oven to 400°F (200ºC).

    Then, to give this dish its delicious flavor, combine the smoked paprika, lemon pepper, garlic powder, and salt in a small bowl.

    5 raw chicken tenderloins surrounded with chopped veggies in a parchment paper lined sheet tray. A small bowl of melted butter is on the side.

    Step 2: Season The Chicken and Veggies

    Next, line a baking sheet with parchment paper and place chicken tenderloins, cucumbers, carrots, and broccoli florets on it in one layer. And you'll want to make sure that you use a big enough baking sheet so everything can fit on it without overlapping. 

    Now, brush the raw chicken tenders and vegetables with the melted butter and sprinkle the seasoning mix evenly on top of everything.

    Baked chicken tenderloins and veggies in a parchment paper lined baking sheet. Part of a small bowl of herbs can be seen on the side. The chicken and veggies are garnished with chopped herbs, some of which are scattered lightly on the tabletop.

    Step 3: Bake and Serve

    Once everything is seasoned, slide the baking sheet into the oven and bake for around 25 minutes or until the chicken tenderloins are browned - and reach an internal temperature of at least 165°F (74ºC) - and the veggies are fork-tender.

    Then, after the chicken tenderloins and veggies are cooked, just transfer them to a plate and enjoy!

    By the way, if you want to elevate the flavor of this dish, I highly recommend serving it with your favorite dipping sauce. And if you want some options to dip each chicken tender in, my sugar free barbecue sauce or one of these low calorie sauces are all great choices!

    Three baked chicken tenderloins on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper surrounded by roasted broccoli, cucumber, and carrots.

    What To Serve With Chicken Tenderloins

    As far as what to serve with chicken tenderloins and veggies the options are basically endless. This is one of those dishes that goes great with practically anything.

    With that said, here are some of my favorite recipes to eat with the chicken strips:

    • Southern deviled eggs
    • Roasted kohlrabi
    • Broccoli casserole
    • Cream of mushroom soup
    • Coleslaw
    • Air fryer sweet potatoes

    A wooden spatula scooping a baked chicken tenderloin with veggies from a parchment paper lined sheet pan.

    How To Store Chicken Tenderloins

    In the fridge: Store the cooked chicken and veggies in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.

    In the freezer: You can freeze the chicken tenderloins and veggies in a freezer-safe bag with the extra air squeezed out. Stored this way, the chicken strips will keep in the freezer for up to 3 months.

    Reheating: Warm up the baked chicken tenders and veggies on a baking sheet in the oven at 400°F for about 10 minutes or until warmed through. If you want to use the air fryer, set the air fryer to 375°F (190°C) and cook the chicken and veggies for 4-5 minutes.

    Baked chicken tenderloins on a bed of roasted veggies arranged on a plate. A parchment paper lined sheet pan with more chicken tenders and veggies can be seen at the back next to a small bowl of herbs.

    How To Reheat Chicken Tenderloins

    Now, you can enjoy the chicken and veggies cold, but you can also reheat them.

    With that said, the best way to reheat your chicken tenderloins is definitely back in the oven or in an air fryer.

    If you're using the oven, preheat it to 400°F (200ºC) and warm up the chicken tenders and veggies for about 10 minutes or until warmed through.

    For the air fryer method, set the air fryer to 375°F (190°C) and cook the chicken and veggies for 4-5 minutes.

    Two pieces of chicken on top of roasted cucumber, broccoli, and carrots.

    FAQS About This Chicken Tenderloins Recipe

    How long should you cook chicken breast tenderloins?

    You cook chicken breast tenderloins for 25 minutes. The cooking time will vary depending on the thickness of the chicken, so you'll want to check the internal temperature with a meat thermometer when the time is up and make sure it reaches 165°F.

    What temperature should chicken tenderloins be cooked at?

    Chicken tenderloins should be cooked at 400°F. This is the optimal temperature to make juicy chicken tenderloins that have a slightly crisp crust on the outside for an addictive texture.

    How do you cook chicken tenderloins so they aren't dry?

    You'll want to brush the chicken tenderloins with butter or even oil before cooking. This will help keep the chicken tender and juicy without drying it out.

    Can I air fry chicken tenderloins?

    Yes, you can easily turn this recipe into air fryer chicken tenderloins. Just prepare the chicken as described above, then grease the air fryer basket with cooking spray and set it to 375°F. Put the chicken tenders in a single layer in the air fryer basket and air fry for about 8 minutes, flipping the air fryer chicken tenders half way through cooking.

    Wrapping it Up

    Well, that's how to cook chicken tenderloins perfectly every time!

    This truly is one of the best chicken tenderloin recipes out there. It's super healthy, packed with flavor, and practically makes itself! The fact that everything cooks in one pan - or sheet - is just an added bonus.

    Anyway, I hope you like this baked chicken tenderloins recipe as much as I do. If you make it, don't forget to leave a comment below and let me know what you think!

    More Chicken Recipes

    If you liked this recipe for chicken tenderloins I have a ton of other easy chicken recipes on the blog just like it!

    Give one of these a try next:

    • Baked chicken legs
    • Low carb chicken soup
    • Air fryer chicken breasts
    • Chicken livers and onions
    • Chicken thighs
    • Rich Creamy Buffalo Chicken Soup Recipe
    • Grilled chicken legs
    • Chicken and Peppers

    Oh, and be sure to check out my YouTube, Instagram, and TikTok pages for even more tasty recipes! I post new ones on them all of the time.

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    How To Cook Chicken Tenderloins With Roasted Veggies Perfectly

    Two pieces of chicken on top of roasted cucumber, broccoli, and carrots.
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    If you've been looking for how to cook chicken tenderloins perfectly every single time you make 'em, look no further than this recipe! These baked chicken tenderloins are tender, juicy, and oh-so flavorful. Plus, the veggies that are paired with them are roasted to perfection and everything cooks on one sheet pan in less than 30 minutes. Honestly, this is just a filling, wholesome, and easy recipe the whole family is bound to enjoy!

    • Author: The Diet Chef
    • Prep Time: 5 minutes
    • Cook Time: 25 minutes
    • Total Time: 30 minutes
    • Yield: 4 servings
    • Category: Dinner
    • Method: Oven
    • Cuisine: Chicken

    Ingredients

    6 Chicken Tenderloins

    1 tbsp. Smoked Paprika

    1 tbsp. Lemon Pepper Spice

    1 tbsp. Garlic Powder

    1 tsp. Salt

    3 tbsp. Butter, melted

    ½ Cucumber, cut in big chunks

    1 cup Broccoli Florets

    1 Carrots, cut into big chunks

    Instructions

    1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200ºC).
    2. Mix smoked paprika, lemon pepper spice, garlic powder, and salt in a bowl.
    3. Prepare a baking tray with parchment paper and arrange the veggies and chicken in one single layer.
    4. Brush the chicken and veggies with butter and top with the spice mixture. Bake for about 25 minutes or until the veggies are roasted, and chicken is golden brown.

    Nutrition

    • Calories: 154
    • Fat: 36
    • Carbohydrates: 1
    • Protein: 22

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    1. Rickric says

      March 08, 2023 at 8:17 pm

      Literally the best chicken recipe I have ever eaten.






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    2. Marty says

      April 01, 2023 at 6:32 pm

      Has to be my favorite seasoning I've tried on chicken.






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    Hey there! I'm Joe Duff - The Diet Chef, and I've been creating low carb keto recipes for over 15 years. Initally, I started making these recipes to help myself lose weight - I lost over 75 pounds doing so - but now I make recipes for the entire low carb keto community!
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