Chicken Tenders Recipe
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Ingredients
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Chicken Preparation
Breading
Frying
Method
Preparation of Chicken
- 1
Season the Chicken
Cut the chicken breast into tender-sized strips. In a bowl, season the strips with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. Mix well to ensure all pieces are coated. Let it marinate for about 15 minutes.
Breading Process
- 2
Prepare the Breading Stations
Set up three shallow bowls. In the first bowl, add the all-purpose flour. In the second bowl, beat the eggs until well mixed. In the third bowl, combine breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, and dried herbs.
- 3
Bread the Chicken
Take each marinated chicken strip, first coat it in flour, shaking off any excess. Then dip it into the beaten eggs, allowing any excess to drip off. Finally, coat it in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to adhere. Place the breaded chicken tenders on a plate.
Frying the Chicken Tenders
- 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). You can test the oil by dropping a small piece of bread into it; if it sizzles, the oil is ready.
- 5
Fry the Tenders
Carefully add the breaded chicken tenders to the hot oil in batches, avoiding overcrowding 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 (74°C).
- 6
Drain and Serve
Once cooked, remove the chicken tenders and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauces.
