Chicken Tenders Recipe
Crispy, golden-brown chicken tenders, perfectly seasoned and fried to perfection. Each tender is incredibly juicy on the inside and pairs beautifully with our house-made dipping sauces. Whether enjoyed as a snack or a hearty meal, these tenders are guaranteed to satisfy your cravings!
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Chicken
Cut the chicken breasts into strips of even size.
- 2
Set Up Breading Station
In three separate shallow dishes, place flour in one, beaten eggs in the second, and breadcrumbs mixed with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika in the third.
- 3
Bread the Chicken
Dredge each chicken strip in flour, then dip into the egg, and finally coat with the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
- 4
Heat the Oil
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- 5
Cook the Tenders
Add the breaded chicken strips to the skillet in batches and cook for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
- 6
Drain and Serve
Remove the chicken tenders from the skillet and place them on paper towels to drain excess oil. Serve hot.
