Hand Breaded Chicken Tenders Recipe
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Ingredients
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Chicken Tenders
Breading
Frying
Method
Prepare Chicken
- 1
Season the Chicken
In a large bowl, season the chicken breast fillets with salt, black pepper, and paprika. Ensure that the chicken is evenly coated with the seasonings.
Prepare Breading Station
- 2
Set Up the Breading Station
Prepare three shallow dishes for the breading process. In the first dish, add the all-purpose flour. In the second dish, whisk together the eggs and milk. In the third dish, combine the panko breadcrumbs, garlic powder, onion powder, and Parmesan cheese.
Bread the Chicken
- 3
Coat the Chicken
Take each seasoned chicken breast fillet and first coat it in the flour, shaking off any excess. Next, dip it into the egg mixture, allowing the excess to drip off. Finally, coat the chicken in the panko breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
Fry the Chicken
- 4
Heat the Oil
In a large skillet or frying pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- 5
Fry the Chicken Tenders
Carefully add the breaded chicken tenders to the hot oil, making sure 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).
- 6
Drain Excess Oil
Once cooked, remove the chicken tenders from the oil and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil.
Serve
- 7
Serve the Tenders
Serve the hand-breaded chicken tenders warm with your favorite dipping sauces.
