Chicken Tenders Recipe

Time30m

Serves4

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Ingredients

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1
Prepare the Chicken
Cut the chicken breasts into strips, about 1 inch wide. Place them in a bowl and season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. Mix well to coat the chicken evenly.
2
Set Up Breading Station
In three separate bowls, set up your breading station: 1) flour in the first bowl, 2) beaten eggs in the second bowl, and 3) breadcrumbs mixed with a bit of salt and pepper in the third bowl.

3
Bread the Chicken
Take one chicken strip, dredge it in flour, making sure to coat it completely. Then dip it into the beaten eggs, allowing any excess to drip off. Finally, coat the chicken in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing lightly to adhere.
4
Heat the Oil
In a large skillet or frying pan, heat the oil over medium-high heat until it shimmers. You can test the heat by dropping a small amount of breadcrumbs into the oil; if they sizzle, it’s ready.
5
Fry the Chicken Tenders
Carefully add the breaded chicken strips to the hot oil in batches, making sure not to overcrowd the pan. Fry for about 4-5 minutes on each side or until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F).
6
Drain and Serve
Remove the chicken tenders from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauces.