Chicken Tenders Recipe

Time30m

Serves4

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Ingredients

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1
Prepare the Chicken
Begin by cutting the chicken breast into strips, about 1 inch wide. This will create the chicken tenders.
2
Set up the Breading Station
In three separate bowls, place the all-purpose flour, beaten eggs, and breadcrumbs mixed with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.

3
Bread the Chicken
Take each chicken strip and first coat it in the flour, shaking off any excess. Then dip it into the beaten eggs, allowing any excess to drip off, and finally coat it in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
4
Heat the Oil
In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat. You want enough oil to cover the bottom of the pan.
5
Fry the Chicken Tenders
Once the oil is hot, carefully add the breaded chicken tenders in batches, making sure not to overcrowd the pan. Fry for about 4–5 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and cooked through.
6
Drain and Serve
Use a slotted spoon to remove the chicken tenders from the oil and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil. Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.