Description
Crispy fried chicken tenders are the ultimate comfort food, balancing a golden, crunchy exterior with juicy, tender chicken inside. Perfect for family gatherings or cozy movie nights, these tenders can be customized with your favorite spices and served with an array of delicious dipping sauces. Whether fried to perfection or baked for a healthier twist, this recipe guarantees a flavor-packed experience that will keep everyone coming back for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 large eggs
- 3 cloves fresh garlic (minced)
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- Vegetable oil (for frying)
- Optional: Honey mustard dressing for serving
Instructions
- Prepare your workspace by gathering ingredients and tools. Preheat oil in a deep skillet over medium-high heat until it reaches about 350°F (180°C).
- Cut the chicken breasts into uniform strips for even cooking.
- In one bowl, mix flour with salt and pepper; in another bowl, beat the eggs; place breadcrumbs in a third bowl. Dredge each chicken strip in flour, dip in egg wash, and coat with breadcrumbs.
- Fry the coated tenders in batches for about 4-5 minutes per side or until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach at least 165°F or 74°C).
- Drain excess oil on paper towels and serve warm with honey mustard dressing or your favorite dipping sauce.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 tenders (120g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 80mg