Chicken Tender Recipe
Hand-breaded chicken tenders served with seasoned waffle fries and choice of sauce.
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Ingredients
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Chicken Tenders
Waffle Fries
Dipping Sauce
Method
Chicken Tenders
- 1
Prepare Chicken
Cut the chicken breast into strips, about 1 inch wide.
- 2
Set Up Breading Station
In three separate bowls, place the flour in the first bowl, beaten eggs in the second bowl, and breadcrumbs mixed with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder in the third bowl.
- 3
Bread the Chicken
Dredge each chicken strip in flour, shaking off excess, then dip it in the eggs, and finally coat it with the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
- 4
Heat Oil
In a large skillet, heat cooking oil over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- 5
Fry Chicken
Carefully place the breaded chicken strips in the hot oil, cooking in batches if necessary, for about 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and drain on paper towels.
Waffle Fries
- 6
Prepare Waffle Fries
Preheat oven according to package instructions. Spread frozen waffle fries on a baking sheet in a single layer.
- 7
Season Fries
Sprinkle the fries with salt and paprika for added flavor.
- 8
Bake Fries
Bake the fries in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until crispy and golden brown, flipping halfway through.
Dipping Sauce
- 9
Prepare Dipping Sauce
Serve ranch dressing and BBQ sauce in small bowls for dipping.