Homemade Chicken Tenders Recipe

Time30m

Serves4

Make Homemade Chicken Tenders Recipe in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

Was this page helpful?

Help improve this recipe for others.

Send this recipe to your inbox.

We'll email it straight to you - plus weekly cooking inspiration.

Ingredients

Some product links may be affiliates. If you buy through them, you're supporting the site and Pekin may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.

1
Prepare the Chicken
Cut the chicken breast into strips about 1 inch wide. Place them in a bowl and season with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. Mix well to ensure the chicken is evenly coated with the seasonings.
2
Set Up Breading Station
In three separate shallow bowls, place the all-purpose flour in the first bowl, beat the eggs in the second bowl, and add the breadcrumbs in the third bowl.

3
Bread the Chicken
Take each chicken strip and first coat it in flour, shaking off any excess. Then dip it into the beaten eggs, allowing any excess to drip off. Finally, coat the chicken strip with breadcrumbs, pressing gently to adhere the breadcrumbs to the chicken.
4
Heat the Oil
In a large skillet, heat the oil over medium heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C). You can test if the oil is ready by dropping a small piece of bread in; if it sizzles, the oil is hot enough.
5
Fry the Chicken Tenders
Carefully place the breaded chicken strips into 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 (internal temperature should reach 165°F or 74°C).
6
Drain Excess Oil
Once cooked, use a slotted spoon to transfer the chicken tenders to a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil.

7
Serve
Serve the homemade chicken tenders warm with your choice of dipping sauces such as honey mustard, barbecue sauce, or ranch dressing.