Looking for an easy, homemade side dish to serve with chicken tenders? Today I'm sharing 20 sides for chicken tenders, like roasted veggies, homemade potato chips, and kid-friendly pasta dishes.
Chicken tenders, or chicken strips, are a classic, family friendly protein to serve for lunch or dinner. Kids and adults alike can enjoy chicken tenders along with their favorite dipping sauce, like ketchup, barbecue sauce, or honey mustard.
Whether you're looking for a kid-friendly side dish or some flavorful, nutritious veggies, you're sure to find a new favorite on this list.
Sides for chicken tenders
You'll find classic side dishes like fries and homemade potato chips, as well as some more unique offerings on this list. Want to try something new? How about a batch of parmesan orzo or air fryer veggies.
Oven Roasted Zucchini
Oven roasted zucchini is an easy, flavorful side dish to make with all that extra garden zucchini. Thick sliced zucchini is tossed in olive oil and Italian herbs, then roasted until tender.
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Cheesy Broccoli
By The Toasty KitchenUsing a versatile cheese sauce that does not include flour, this steamed broccoli will pair wonderfully with your chicken tenders. You can put the sauce on anything you like as well, so get creative.
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Parmesan Orzo and Peas
By The Toasty KitchenWho doesn't love garlic and parmesan? No one, that's why you're going to make this recipe for your next side. Orzo cooked in chicken broth adds great flavor without a long list of extra ingredients and the peas a great pop of freshness and color.
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Creamy Stovetop Mac and Cheese
By The Toasty KitchenThere's nothing more comforting than a warm serving of mac and cheese. This recipe offers a great mix of creaminess and flavor with gruyere and cheddar cheeses. You can use macaroni, shells, or any other medium sized pasta if you want to mix it up.
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Oven Roasted Potato Wedges
By I Heart EatingThese potato wedges are just the thing for chicken tender night. They're easy to prepare and you can pop them in the oven while you work on the rest of the meal. The great thing about potatoes is that you can even change up the spices to fit a certain desired flavor.
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Baked Zucchini Sticks
Baked zucchini sticks are an easy appetizer recipe made with a handful of simple ingredients. Thin zucchini sticks are breaded with toasted panko, parmesan, and ranch seasoning, then baked in the oven until crispy.
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Easy Sheet Pan Roasted Green Beans with Lemon
By Big Flavors from a Tiny KitchenThis versatile and light side dish will brighten up your meal. They're easy to prepare, roast quickly in the oven, and are made on only one sheet pan which saves on clean up.
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Crispy Accordion Potatoes
By Saving Your DineroThese little discs of flavor are deceptively easy to make despite how fancy they look. You can change up the spices for different flavors if you like and even add cheese.
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How to Cook Frozen Broccoli
By Freezer FoodieIf you don't have time or access to fresh broccoli, frozen broccoli works great. This recipe explains how to cook it perfectly every time, no matter what seasoning you intend to use.
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Dill Pickle Pasta Salad
By Mom FoodieIf you enjoy dill pickles you'll love this pasta salad. Bring it to your next potluck or pair it with your favorite chicken tenders as a side dish that everyone will be talking about.
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Roasted Zucchini and Broccoli
Roasted zucchini and broccoli is an easy oven roasted vegetable side dish for your next meal. Seasoned fresh vegetables are topped with parmesan cheese, roasted to perfection, and ready in less than 40 minutes.
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Air Fryer Carrots and Potatoes
By Sava's KitchenIf you've got an air fryer and a few minutes to prep, you can put these delicious veggies on the table any time in no time. They're hot and crispy on the outside and tender on the inside and will go great with any meal at any time of day.
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Easy Roasted Brussels Sprouts and Asparagus
By Two Cloves KitchenThis nutritious and versatile side will go with any preparation of tenders you like. Roast the veggies on a pan to get great caramelized flavor. Add your favorite spices to match any meal or taste.
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Lemon Feta Fries
By Entirely ElizabethRaise your fry game to a whole new level with this delicious partner for your chicken tenders. Hot crispy fries are the key here, with feta, mozzarella, lemon, and spices packing tons of flavor in this amazing side.
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Sauteed Carrots
By Organically AddisonThis easy dish is made in one skillet in only 15 minutes. These carrots are subtly sweet, crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. They'll pair great with weeknight chicken tenders or even holiday meals.
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Summer Vegetable Pasta Salad
Summer vegetable pasta salad is the perfect addition to your next warm weather picnic or barbecue. Tossed in a homemade vinaigrette dressing, this pasta salad is filled with fresh summer produce like zucchini, summer squash, bell pepper, tomatoes, and corn.
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Panzanella Toscana Salad
By The Cinnamon JarThis unique salad uses large chunks of toasted garlic bread with cucumbers, basil, onions, and tomatoes as a fresh, flavorful side for any meal. It's even recommended to let it rest a few hours or even a whole day before serving.
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Homemade Potato Chips
By Chef SavvyFry these chips starting with cold oil to get them cooked through and crispy on the first round. No double frying needed. Season them and dip them in your favorite condiment and you're all set.
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Crispy Oven Baked Fries
By Valerie's KitchenFill a large baking sheet with enough fries for 4-6 people so you can bake them all in one batch. You only need three ingredients and an appetite to down these lovely potatoes.
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Greek Fried Zucchini
Greek fried zucchini are crunchy chips made with thin sliced zucchini dipped in batter and fried until crispy. They make an excellent snack or appetizer when served with a creamy dip.
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What a great assortment of side dish options! Thanks so much for including my green bean recipe 🙂
These all look so delicious! Cannot wait to try them all!