Chicken Tenders Recipe
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Ingredients
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Chicken Preparation
Breading
Cooking
Method
Chicken Preparation
- 1
Prepare Chicken
Begin by cutting the chicken breast into strips about 1 inch wide. Place the chicken strips in a bowl and season with salt and black pepper. Mix well to ensure all pieces are coated evenly. Set aside to marinate for about 15 minutes.
Breading
- 2
Set Up Breading Station
Prepare three shallow dishes for the breading process. In the first dish, place the all-purpose flour. In the second dish, crack the eggs and beat them well. In the third dish, combine the panko breadcrumbs, garlic powder, paprika, and grated Parmesan cheese.
- 3
Bread the Chicken
Take each marinated chicken strip and dip it into the flour, ensuring it is fully coated. Shake off any excess flour. Next, dip the chicken into the beaten eggs, allowing any excess to drip off. Finally, coat the chicken with the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to adhere. Repeat until all chicken strips are breaded.
Cooking
- 4
Fry the Chicken Tenders
In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot, carefully add the breaded chicken strips in batches, making sure not to overcrowd the pan. Fry for about 4-5 minutes per side or until golden brown and cooked through. Use a meat thermometer to ensure the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- 5
Drain and Serve
Once cooked, remove the chicken tenders from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. Serve hot with your choice of dipping sauce.
