Jun 09 2026

Chicken Tender Recipe

Time30m
Serves4

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Ingredients

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Chicken Tenders

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Chicken

    Cut the chicken breasts into strips, approximately 1 inch wide. Pat them dry with paper towels.

  2. 2

    Set Up Breading Stations

    In three separate shallow bowls, set up the breading station: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with panko breadcrumbs mixed with paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.

Cooking

  1. 3

    Bread the Chicken

    Dredge each chicken strip in flour, shaking off the excess. Dip into the beaten eggs until fully coated, then roll in the panko breadcrumb mixture until well coated.

  2. 4

    Heat the Oil

    In a large skillet, heat the cooking oil over medium-high heat until it shimmers.

  3. 5

    Fry the Chicken Tenders

    Working in batches, carefully place the breaded chicken strips in the hot oil. Fry for 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.

  4. 6

    Drain and Serve

    Remove the chicken tenders from the skillet and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.

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