Oatmeal Crusted Chicken Tenders

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Baked, not fried. serve with bbq sauce, honey mustard dressing or light ranch dressing for dipping. change herb to your tastes. oregano or dried basil work.

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Steps

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Preheat oven to 450.

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Place oats in a food processor , and process for 20 seconds or until coarsely ground.

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Add cheese , thyme , salt , and pepper.

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Pulse to combine , and place in a shallow bowl.

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Place each chicken breast tender between 2 sheets of heavy-duty plastic wrap.

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Pound to 1 / 4-inch thickness using a meat mallet or small heavy skillet.

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Coat both sides of tenders with cooking spray.

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Dredge tenders in oat mixture.

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Place tenders on a baking sheet coated with cooking spray.

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Bake at 450 for 15 minutes or until browned.

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Serve with dressings for dipping.

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Ingredients

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rolled oats, fresh parmesan cheese, fresh thyme, salt, ground black pepper, chicken breast tenders, cooking spray