Chicken Tenders Recipe
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Ingredients
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Chicken
Breading
Cooking
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Chicken
Start by trimming the chicken breast into strips, about 1-inch wide. Place the chicken strips in a bowl and season with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. Mix well to ensure all pieces are coated evenly. Let marinate for at least 15 minutes.
Breading Process
- 2
Set Up Breading Station
In three separate shallow bowls, set up your breading station. In the first bowl, place the all-purpose flour. In the second bowl, beat the two eggs. In the third bowl, combine breadcrumbs and Parmesan cheese.
- 3
Bread the Chicken
Take each marinated chicken strip, dredge it in the flour, shaking off any excess. Next, dip it into the beaten eggs until fully coated, and finally, coat it in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing lightly to ensure adherence. Repeat for all chicken strips.
Cooking
- 4
Fry the Chicken Tenders
In a large skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot (around 350°F or 175°C), carefully place the breaded chicken tenders in the skillet, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan. Fry 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. Allow to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy with your favorite dipping sauces!
