Crispy Chicken Tenders Recipe
Three juicy fried chicken tenders with your choice of ketchup or ranch for dipping. Served with rice and refried beans.
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Ingredients
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Chicken Tenders
Method
Preparation and Cooking
- 1
Prepare the Chicken
Cut the chicken breast into tenders (about 1 inch wide).
- 2
Set Up Breading Stations
In one bowl, place the flour, cornstarch, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. In another bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk. In a third bowl, place the bread crumbs.
- 3
Bread the Chicken
Dip each chicken tender into the flour mixture, then into the egg mixture, and finally coat with bread crumbs. Make sure each tender is well-coated.
- 4
Heat the Oil
In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- 5
Fry the Chicken Tenders
Carefully place the breaded chicken tenders in the hot oil, cooking them in batches to avoid overcrowding. Fry for 5-7 minutes on each side or until golden brown and cooked through.
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