Ingredients
1/2 c. wheat germ
1/2 c. unprocessed bran
1/4 c. plain dried breadcrumbs
2 tbsp. ground flax seed
2 tbsp. grated Parmesan
1/2 tsp. onion powder
1/2 tsp. garlic powder
Coarse salt and ground pepper
1 tbsp. olive oil
2 large eggs
1 1/2 lb. chicken tenders
Barbecue sauce (optional)
Preparation
Step 1Preheat oven to 450 degrees. In a food processor, combine wheat germ, bran, breadcrumbs, flax seed, Parmesan, onion and garlic powders, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper; pulse to combine. Add oil; pulse to combine. Transfer crumb mixture to a large bowl.Step 2Set a wire rack on a rimmed baking sheet. In a shallow bowl, lightly beat eggs. Dip chicken in eggs (allowing excess to drip off), then dredge in crumb mixture, patting to adhere. Place on rack, and transfer to oven.Step 3Bake until chicken is opaque throughout, 12 to 14 minutes. Serve with barbecue sauce, if desired.
