Staying Occupied Recipe
house made chicken tenders / french fries
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Ingredients
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Chicken Tenders
French Fries
Method
Chicken Tenders
- 1
Prepare the Chicken
Cut the chicken breasts into strips, about 1 inch wide.
- 2
- 3
Bread the Chicken
Dip each chicken strip first into the flour, coating it completely. Then dip it into the eggs, followed by the breadcrumb mixture, ensuring they are well-coated.
- 4
Fry the Chicken
In a large skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Once hot, carefully add the breaded chicken strips in batches, frying for about 4-5 minutes on each side or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and drain on paper towels.
French Fries
- 5
Prepare the Potatoes
Peel the Russet potatoes and cut them into thin strips, about 1/4 inch thick.
- 6
Soak the Fries
Place the cut fries in a bowl of cold water and let them soak for at least 30 minutes to remove excess starch.
- 7
Dry the Fries
Drain the soaked fries and pat them dry with paper towels to remove moisture.
- 8
Fry the Fries
In a deep fryer or large pot, heat vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C). Carefully add the dried fries in batches and fry for about 4-6 minutes until they are golden brown and crispy. Remove and drain on paper towels, then sprinkle with salt.
