Kid's Chicken Tenders Recipe
Crispy chicken tenders.
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Ingredients
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Chicken Marinade
Breading
Cooking
Method
Chicken Marinade
- 1
Prepare Chicken Marinade
In a large bowl, combine the buttermilk, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. Whisk until well combined.
- 2
Marinate Chicken
Add the chicken breast fillets to the marinade, ensuring each piece is fully coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or overnight for best results.
Breading
- 3
Prepare Breading Station
Set up a breading station with three shallow dishes. In the first dish, add the all-purpose flour mixed with salt and black pepper. In the second dish, beat the eggs with a fork. In the third dish, place the breadcrumbs.
- 4
Bread the Chicken
Remove the chicken from the marinade, allowing excess liquid to drip off. Dredge each piece in flour, shaking off the excess, then dip into the beaten eggs, and finally coat with the breadcrumbs. Press the breadcrumbs onto the chicken to ensure they stick.
Cooking
- 5
Heat Oil
In a large skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat until hot but not smoking.
- 6
Fry Chicken Tenders
Carefully place the breaded chicken tenders into the hot oil, cooking in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding. Fry for about 4-5 minutes on each side or until golden brown and cooked through. Use a meat thermometer to ensure that the internal temperature reaches 75°C (165°F).
- 7
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 warm with your favorite dipping sauce.