Chicken Tenders Recipe
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Ingredients
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Chicken Preparation
Breading Station
Cooking
Method
Chicken Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Chicken
Begin by cutting the boneless, skinless chicken breasts into strips, about 1 inch wide. Season the strips with salt, black pepper, and paprika. Ensure that the chicken is evenly coated with the seasoning.
Breading Station
- 2
Set Up Breading Station
In three separate shallow dishes, place the all-purpose flour in the first, beaten eggs in the second, and a mixture of bread crumbs and grated Parmesan cheese in the third. Mix the bread crumbs and Parmesan cheese together well.
- 3
Bread the Chicken
Take each chicken strip and first coat it in the flour, shaking off any excess. Next, dip it in the beaten eggs, allowing any excess to drip off. Finally, coat the chicken strip in the bread crumb and Parmesan mixture, pressing down lightly to ensure it sticks. Place the coated strips on a plate.
Cooking
- 4
Fry the Chicken Tenders
In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot, carefully add the breaded chicken strips to the skillet, making sure not to overcrowd the pan. Fry the chicken for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Use a meat thermometer to ensure the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- 5
Drain and Serve
Once cooked, transfer the chicken tenders to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil. Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauces.