Chicken Tenders Recipe
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Chicken
Start by cutting the chicken breast into strips, about 1-2 inches wide. Ensure they are of uniform size for even cooking.
- 2
Setup Breading Station
In three separate shallow dishes, place the flour in the first dish, beat the eggs in the second dish, and mix the bread crumbs with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika in the third dish.
Cooking
- 3
Bread the Chicken
Take a chicken strip and coat it in the flour, shaking off any excess. Then dip it into the beaten eggs, allowing any excess to drip off. Finally, coat it with the seasoned bread crumbs, pressing gently to adhere.
- 4
Heat the Oil
In a large skillet or frying pan, heat the oil over medium-high heat until it shimmers (about 350°F or 175°C).
- 5
Fry the Chicken Tenders
Carefully place the breaded chicken strips into the hot oil in batches, making sure not to overcrowd the pan. Fry for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
- 6
Drain and Serve
Once cooked, remove the chicken tenders from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. Serve hot with your choice of dipping sauce.