Jul 14 2026
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Tenders Recipe

Inspired by Dave's Hot Chicken
Time30m
Serves4

Crispy chicken tenders, served with your choice of sauce.

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Ingredients

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Chicken Tenders

Dipping Sauces

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Chicken

    Cut the chicken breast into strips, about 1 inch wide. Pat them dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.

  2. 2

    Set up Breading Station

    In three separate bowls, place the flour mixed with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika in one bowl, the beaten eggs mixed with milk in the second bowl, and the bread crumbs in the third bowl.

Breading and Frying

  1. 3

    Bread the Chicken

    Dip each chicken strip first into the flour mixture, coating evenly. Shake off any excess flour, then dip it into the egg mixture, allowing any excess to drip off. Finally, coat the chicken strip with the bread crumbs, pressing lightly to adhere.

  2. 4

    Heat the Oil

    In a large pan or deep fryer, heat the oil over medium-high heat until hot, about 350°F (175°C).

  3. 5

    Fry the Chicken

    Carefully add breaded chicken strips into the hot oil, making sure not to overcrowd the pan. Fry them for about 5-7 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through, turning halfway for even cooking.

  4. 6

    Drain the Chicken

    Once cooked, use a slotted spoon to transfer the chicken tenders to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.

Serving

  1. 7

    Serve with Dipping Sauces

    Arrange the crispy chicken tenders on a platter and serve with your choice of ketchup, honey mustard, and barbecue sauce on the side.

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