Chicken Tenders Recipe
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Ingredients
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Chicken Preparation
Breading Mixture
Cooking
Method
Chicken Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Chicken
Cut the chicken breast into strips approximately 1 inch wide. Pat dry with paper towels.
- 2
Season the Chicken
In a mixing bowl, season the chicken strips with salt and black pepper. Toss to coat evenly.
Breading Mixture
- 3
Prepare the Breading
In a shallow dish, combine the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder. Mix well.
- 4
- 5
Bread the Chicken
Dip each seasoned chicken strip first into the flour mixture, then into the egg wash, and finally back into the flour mixture, ensuring a good coating.
Cooking
- 6
Heat the Oil
In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it shimmers.
- 7
Fry the Chicken Tenders
Carefully add the breaded chicken strips to the hot oil in batches, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan. Fry for 4-5 minutes on each side or until golden brown and cooked through.
- 8
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.
