Kids Chicken Tenders Recipe
Kid-approved chicken tenders.
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Ingredients
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Chicken Preparation
Breading
Cooking
Method
Chicken Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Chicken
Cut the boneless, skinless chicken breasts into strips, about 1 inch wide. Season the chicken strips with salt and pepper, ensuring they are evenly coated.
Breading
- 2
Set Up Breading Station
In one shallow dish, place the all-purpose flour. In a second shallow dish, beat the eggs. In a third shallow dish, combine the panko breadcrumbs, garlic powder, paprika, and grated Parmesan cheese.
- 3
Bread the Chicken
Coat each chicken strip in flour, shaking off the excess, then dip in the beaten eggs, and finally, coat with the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to ensure the breadcrumbs adhere.
Cooking
- 4
Fry the Chicken Tenders
In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Once hot, carefully add the breaded chicken tenders in batches, making sure not to overcrowd the pan. Fry for 4-5 minutes on each side or until golden brown and cooked through.
- 5
Drain and Serve
Once cooked, transfer the chicken tenders to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauces.
