Hand Breaded Chicken Tenders Recipe
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Ingredients
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Chicken Preparation
Breading Mixture
Cooking
Method
Chicken Preparation
- 1
Prepare Chicken
Cut the chicken breasts into tenders, approximately 1 inch wide. Place the cut chicken in a bowl and season with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. Mix well to ensure all pieces are evenly coated with the seasoning. Allow the chicken to marinate for about 15 minutes.
Breading Process
- 2
Set Up Breading Station
In three separate shallow bowls, place the all-purpose flour in the first bowl, beaten eggs in the second bowl, and mix breadcrumbs with Parmesan cheese and Italian seasoning in the third bowl.
- 3
Bread the Chicken
Take each seasoned chicken tender, coat it in flour, then dip it into the beaten eggs, allowing excess to drip off. Finally, coat the chicken in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to ensure the breadcrumbs adhere well. Repeat this process for all chicken tenders.
Cooking
- 4
Heat Oil
In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium 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, it's ready.
- 5
Fry the Chicken
Carefully add the breaded chicken tenders 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. Use a meat thermometer to ensure the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- 6
Drain and Serve
Once cooked, remove the chicken tenders from the skillet and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil. Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.