Description
Deliciously crunchy chicken tenders that are juicy on the inside and perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound chicken tenders
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Oil for frying (vegetable, canola, or peanut oil recommended)
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix the flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- In another bowl, whisk the eggs until combined.
- In a third bowl, place the breadcrumbs.
- Dip each chicken tender first in the seasoned flour mixture, shaking off excess, then into the egg, and finally press into the breadcrumbs to coat well.
- Heat oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat to about 350°F (175°C).
- Fry the chicken tenders until golden brown and cooked through, about 5–7 minutes per side.
- Drain on paper towels and serve hot.
Notes
For extra crunch, use panko breadcrumbs instead of regular breadcrumbs. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3–4 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 530
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 475mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 45g
- Cholesterol: 186mg