Jul 17 2026
RestaurantsState of Confusion- CharlotteFried Chicken Tenders Recipe

Fried Chicken Tenders Recipe

Time30m
Serves4

Hand-breaded chicken breast strips, ranch dressing

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Ingredients

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Ingredients

Method

Directions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Chicken

    Begin by cutting the chicken breast into strips if not pre-cut. Pat them dry with paper towels.

  2. 2

    Set up the Breading Station

    In three separate bowls, set up your breading station: one with flour mixed with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder; another with beaten eggs and milk; and the last with bread crumbs.

  3. 3

    Bread the Chicken

    Dip each chicken strip first into the flour mixture, then into the egg mixture, and finally coat it with bread crumbs. Make sure each strip is well-coated.

  4. 4

    Heat the Oil

    In a large skillet or deep fryer, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).

  5. 5

    Fry the Chicken

    Carefully place breaded chicken strips into the hot oil. Fry in batches to avoid overcrowding, cooking for about 4-5 minutes on each side or until golden brown and cooked through.

  6. 6

    Drain and Serve

    Remove the fried chicken tenders from the oil and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil. Serve hot with ranch dressing.

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