Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsThe Mayor of Old TownChicken Tenders Recipe

Chicken Tenders Recipe

Time30m
Serves4

Hand-breaded chicken tenders, carrots, celery, ranch. Add buffalo sauce for $1.00

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Method

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Chicken

    Cut the chicken breast into uniform strips. Season with salt and pepper.

  2. 2

    Set Up Breading Station

    In three separate bowls, place flour, beaten eggs, and bread crumbs.

  3. 3

    Bread the Chicken

    Dredge each chicken strip in flour, dip in eggs, and coat with bread crumbs.

  4. 4

    Heat the Oil

    In a large frying pan, heat the oil over medium-high heat until shimmering.

  5. 5

    Fry the Chicken

    Carefully add the breaded chicken strips to the hot oil. Fry for about 4-5 minutes on each side or until golden brown and cooked through.

  6. 6

    Prepare Vegetables

    While the chicken is frying, cut the carrots and celery into sticks.

  7. 7

    Serve

    Once the chicken tenders are cooked, remove them from the oil and drain on paper towels. Serve with carrot and celery sticks, ranch dressing, and buffalo sauce if desired.

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