Jul 09 2026
RestaurantsYellow Cat CafeChicken Tenders Recipe

Chicken Tenders Recipe

Inspired by Yellow Cat Cafe
Time30m
Serves4

with choice of dipping sauce

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Ingredients

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Chicken Tenders

Dipping Sauce Options

Method

Preparation of Chicken Tenders

  1. 1

    Prepare the Chicken

    Cut the chicken breasts into strips, about 1 inch wide. This will create the tenders.

  2. 2

    Set Up Breading Station

    In one bowl, place the all-purpose flour. In a second bowl, whisk the eggs. In a third bowl, place the bread crumbs mixed with paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.

  3. 3

    Bread the Chicken

    Dip each chicken strip first into the flour, then into the egg, and finally coat it with the breadcrumb mixture. Place the breaded tenders on a plate.

Cooking the Chicken Tenders

  1. 4

    Heat the Oil

    In a large frying pan, heat the oil over medium heat. Ensure the oil is hot enough by testing with a small piece of bread; it should sizzle when dropped in.

  2. 5

    Fry the Chicken Tenders

    Carefully add the breaded chicken tenders to the hot oil. Fry in batches if necessary, making sure not to overcrowd the pan. Cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through.

  3. 6

    Drain the Tenders

    Once cooked, remove the tenders from the oil and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.

Serving with Dipping Sauce

  1. 7

    Prepare Dipping Sauces

    In small bowls, serve your choice of dipping sauces: ketchup, honey mustard, or ranch dressing.

  2. 8

    Serve

    Arrange the fried chicken tenders on a serving platter and serve with the prepared dipping sauces.

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