Chicken Tenders Recipe
Breaded chicken tenders served with a side.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Serving Side
Method
Preparation of Chicken Tenders
- 1
Prepare the Chicken
Cut the chicken breast into strips about 1 inch wide. Pat them dry with paper towels and season with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
- 2
- 3
Bread the Chicken
Dredge each chicken strip in the flour first, shaking off any excess. Then dip it into the whisked eggs, allowing any excess to drip off. Finally, coat the chicken in the breadcrumbs, pressing lightly to adhere.
Cooking Chicken Tenders
- 4
Heat the Oil
In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat until it shimmers. You can test if the oil is ready by dropping a small piece of bread in; it should sizzle.
- 5
Fry the Chicken
Carefully add the breaded chicken strips to the hot oil, being careful not to overcrowd the pan. Fry for about 4-5 minutes on each side or until golden brown and cooked through.
- 6
Drain the Chicken
Once cooked, remove the chicken tenders from the skillet and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
Preparing the Serving Side
- 7
Cook the French Fries
Prepare the French fries according to the package instructions. Usually, this involves frying or baking until crispy and golden brown.
- 8
Serve
Serve the chicken tenders hot with a side of French fries and ketchup for dipping.