Kids Chicken Tenders Recipe
Crispy chicken tenders for the little ones.
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Ingredients
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Chicken Tenders
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Chicken
Cut the chicken breast into strips that are about 1 inch wide. Pat them dry with paper towels.
- 2
Set Up Breading Station
In a shallow dish, combine the flour, salt, black pepper, paprika, and garlic powder. In another dish, whisk together the egg and milk until smooth. In a third dish, pour in the cornmeal.
Breading
- 3
Cooking
- 4
Heat the Oil
In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it shimmers.
- 5
Cook the Tenders
Carefully add the breaded chicken strips to the hot oil in batches, being careful not to overcrowd the pan. Cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side or until golden brown and cooked through.
- 6
Drain and Serve
Once cooked, place the chicken tenders on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauces.