Crispy, crunchy, and tender Bisquick chicken tenders are a classic, kid-friendly dinner everyone loves. This Bisquick ultimate chicken fingers recipe takes only 20 minutes from start to finish. Prepare them easily in the oven or air fryer. Serve this oven fried chicken with dipping sauces and your favorite sides for a complete meal. This is a dinner that the whole family will enjoy.
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Classic Bisquick chicken tenders
This chicken fingers recipe is similar to the recipe found years ago on the original Bisquick box. But, these ultimate chicken fingers are even crispier! And, they never fail to take me back to my childhood.
I guarantee Bisquick oven fried chicken will bring out the kid in you, too. And the whole family will love this easy dinner.
Juicy chicken tenders are lightly coated in a blend of Bisquick baking mix, parmesan cheese, and spices. Then, they are oven-fried to crunchy perfection.
Dip Bisquick ultimate chicken fingers in savory or sweet sauces and pair with nearly any side dish. Our favorite sides are pressure-cooked mashed potatoes or rice. Add easy 3 ingredient biscuits or a crispy kale salad with tahini dressing to round out dinner.
You’ll have dinner on the table in less than 30 minutes tonight!
Using my special coating blend and method makes these the crispiest oven-baked chicken ever. Plus, these Bisquick chicken fingers are a healthier option that’s lower in fat than a traditional skillet or deep-fried chicken.
So what’s stopping you from making this easy Bisquick chicken nuggets recipe?
Ingredient Notes and Substitutions
There are 4 ingredients plus common spices you need to make classic Bisquick chicken tenders from scratch. Nothing fancy here!
They are made with fewer ingredients than what you’d find in a bag of frozen nuggets. Plus there’s a LOT more fresh flavor in this homemade chicken.
To make the Bisquick ultimate chicken fingers you need:
- Bisquick mix – If you don’t have Bisquick mix, check out our DIY baking mix recipe.
- Grated parmesan cheese – Use freshly grated parmesan cheese and not the canned variety.
- Seasonings – garlic salt (or garlic powder + a pinch of salt) and paprika.
- Chicken tenderloins– boneless, skinless chicken tenders work best for this recipe. But, you can use chicken breasts cut into strips if that’s what you have available.
- Eggs – eggs help to bind the coating together and also add moisture to ensure tender chicken fingers so be sure to include them.
- Melted butter – melted butter helps to create a crunchy, golden crust. But you can use oil if you prefer.
Looking for a keto-friendly or low carb version of chicken tenderloins? Check out these Instant Pot Chicken Tenders, baked chicken tenders (no breading), or our Chicken Piccata recipe.
Kitchen Tools Needed
- Baking sheet or sheet pan
- Plates or dipping trays
- (Optional) Meat thermometer – to check the temp of chicken
- Ziploc bag or any resealable plastic food-storage bag
- (Optional) Parchment paper
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How to Make the Best Baked Chicken Tenders
Preheat the oven to 450 degrees, or preheat your air fryer to 425 degrees.
Prepare the Bisquick chicken nuggets:
First, add the beaten egg to a small, deep tray or plate. In a plastic 1-gallon resealable bag or tray, combine Bisquick mix, parmesan cheese, and spices. Seal and shake to mix.
Dip the chicken tenders into the egg pan, then place them into the resealable ziplock bag with coating. Seal the bag and shake so that the chicken fingers get evenly coated in the Bisquick mixture.
Then, re-dip the chicken strips in the egg again, and shake them in the Bisquick mixture. This gives you the crispiest coating ever!
Transfer the chicken tenders to a prepared baking dish, cookie sheet, or air fryer basket that’s been lightly sprayed with oil.
Next, drizzle the melted butter over the tenders before baking.
Bake chicken in the oven for 14 minutes. Flip tenders halfway through baking.
For an air fryer, cook for 10-12 minutes. Flip halfway through cooking.
Store any leftovers in a resealable plastic food storage (or glass) container. Then, reheat the baked chicken in the air fryer or oven at 325 degrees F for 7-10 minutes.
Suggestions for What to serve with homemade Bisquick chicken nuggets
Enjoy these deliciously, tender chicken tenders with your favorite dipping sauce. Try them with:
- Honey mustard
- Ranch dressing
- BBQ sauce
- Buffalo sauce
- Mango sweet chili
- Ketchup
- Blue Cheese dressing
Or any other dips or sauces you like!
More Chicken dinner recipes
- Instant Pot Ranch Chicken and Potatoes
- Sheet Pan Chicken Thighs and Veggies
- Instant Pot Chicken Tenderloins (keto friendly, gluten-free)
- Pan Seared Chicken Breasts
- Chicken Tenderloin Recipes
- Blackened Chicken Tenders
Frequently Asked Questions
You can use GF Bisquick mix to make this a completely gluten-free recipe. For a keto option, try my Instant Pot Chicken Tenderloins without any breading but lots of flavor.
Swap the 1 1/2 pounds of chicken tenderloins with 3-4 halved boneless skinless chicken breasts. Cut them crosswise into 1 1/2 inch strips like chicken tenderloins.
This Bisquick oven fried chicken is ideal as leftovers! Transfer cooled nuggets to an airtight container. Keep them in the fridge for up to 3-4 days. I recommend reheating them in the oven, toaster oven, or air fryer at 325ºF for 7-10 minutes.
Chicken Fingers with Bisquick recipe
Bisquick Chicken Tenders
Equipment
- Baking Sheet or sheet pan
- Plates or dipping trays
- Meat thermometer - to check temperature of chicken (optional)
- Ziploc bag or any resealable plastic food-storage bag
Ingredients
- 2 eggs slightly beaten
- 1 ½ cup original Bisquick mix (see notes for DIY baking mix recipe)
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 ½ teaspoons garlic salt
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 ½ pounds chicken tenderloins (see notes below to substitute with chicken breasts)
- 3 Tablespoons butter melted
Instructions
Oven directions
- Preheat oven to 450°F. Line baking sheet with foil and spray with cooking spray, or line with parchment paper.
- Add beaten egg to a small tray or rimmed plate. Mix Bisquick, cheese, garlic salt and paprika together and add to 1-gallon resealable plastic food-storage bag.
- Dip the chicken strips into egg; then place in bag of Bisquick mixture. Seal bag; shake to coat. Then REPEAT the process by dipping chicken into egg and shaking in Bisquick mix again. You don't want to skip this step – it makes the chicken crispy and perfectly breaded. Place chicken on prepared baking sheet. Drizzle butter over chicken.
- Bake 14 minutes. Using tongs, turn chicken tenders half way through (7 minutes). Use an instant read meat thermometer to check temperature of chicken tenderloins. Poultry should be cooked until the internal temperature is 165ºF. Serve with your favorite dipping sauces like honey mustard or ranch.
Air Fryer directions
- Spray air fryer basket with cooking spray. Preheat air fryer according your manufacturer's directions.
- Add beaten egg to a small tray or rimmed plate. Mix Bisquick mix, cheese, salt and paprika and add to a 1-gallon resealable plastic food-storage bag.
- Dip the chicken strips into egg; then place in bag of Bisquick mixture. Seal bag; shake to coat. Then REPEAT the process by dipping chicken into egg and shaking in Bisquick mix again. You don't want to skip this step – it makes the chicken crispy and perfectly breaded. Place chicken on prepared baking sheet. Drizzle butter over chicken.
- Air fry at 425ºF for 10-12 minutes. Using tongs, turn chicken tenders half way through (5 – 6 minutes). Use an instant read meat thermometer to check temperature of chicken tenderloins. Poultry should be cooked until the internal temperature is 165ºF. Serve with your favorite dipping sauces like honey mustard or ranch.
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Star says
I made the Bisquick chicken yesterday. Followed the recipe, cooked in oven. For some reason, the chicken would not brown. Did not look appetizing at all. Then, I overcooked the chicken and ended up with dried, white chicken. I do not know what I did wrong.
Renae says
This recipe makes delicious, tender, and juicy oven baked chicken tenders. It’s too bad you weren’t able to enjoy them. If your oven didn’t brown the chicken to your liking, then broiling it for 1-2 minutes would have been my recommendation instead of continuing to bake it. If you have a convection setting, I would suggest you use that next time.
Stephanie says
Question: Can I use Provolone cheese instead?
Renae says
I haven’t tried using provolone cheese, but give it a try and let me know how it turns out.