Best 7 Breaded Chicken Fingers Strips Tenders Recipes

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Crispy, golden, and juicy, breaded chicken fingers, strips, and tenders are a versatile and delicious dish that can be enjoyed as an appetizer, main course, or snack. Made with tender chicken coated in a flavorful breading and fried to perfection, these chicken delights are a hit with people of all ages. Whether you prefer the classic chicken finger shape, the longer and flatter chicken strip, or the bite-sized chicken tender, there's a recipe in this article that will satisfy your craving.

These recipes provide detailed instructions and helpful tips to guide you through the process of making breaded chicken fingers, strips, and tenders at home. With options for using boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, you can choose the cut that best suits your preference. The breading recipes range from simple to more complex, featuring ingredients like breadcrumbs, flour, spices, and herbs. You'll also find variations that incorporate unique flavors, such as Parmesan cheese, garlic, or chili powder.

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BREADED CHICKEN TENDERS



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Breaded Chicken Tenders that are fried to perfection until golden and crispy on the outside, and juicy on the inside, the very best chicken recipe that goes so well with everyone in the family. Quick and easy to make with only 4 main ingredients, these chicken tenders can be enjoyed as a started or part of a main meal. Call them chicken goujons, chicken strips, or chicken fingers, they are absolutely delicious.

Provided by Daniela Apostol

Categories     Appetizer

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 chicken breasts
2 eggs
1 cup plain flour
3 cups breadcrumbs
1/4 tsp salt
1/8 tsp black pepper
3 cups vegetable oil

Steps:

  • Cut the chicken breasts into strips.
  • Season the chicken with salt and pepper.
  • Use 3 separate bowls for flour, breadcrumbs, and eggs - beat the eggs well and season lightly with salt and pepper.
  • Dip each strip into flour, shaking off the excess flour.
  • Then dip into the beaten egg, and coat well with breadcrumbs.
  • Repeat with the remaining chicken strips.
  • Heat up the oil, and fry the chicken tenders in batches, until golden and cooked through, they should need about 2-3 minutes each.
  • Transfer to a plate lined with kitchen paper to absorb the excess oil.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 551 kcal, Carbohydrate 22 g, Protein 14 g, Fat 47 g, SaturatedFat 36 g, Cholesterol 51 mg, Sodium 258 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 1 g, ServingSize 1 serving

EASY BAKED CHICKEN TENDERS



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A wholesome twist on the classic favorite chicken tenders....I personally would prefer these baked over fried any day!

Provided by Tarryn

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Baked and Roasted     Breasts

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

vegetable cooking spray (such as I Can't Believe It's Not Butter!®)
1 egg, beaten
1 ¼ cups panko bread crumbs
2 teaspoons garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
4 skinless, boneless chicken tenders, cut into 1/2-inch strips lengthwise

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and spray with cooking spray.
  • Place egg in a shallow dish. Place bread crumbs, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper into a large zip-top freezer bag and mix well. Dip 2 chicken strips into egg and then place into bread crumb mixture and shake to coat. Place coated chicken pieces onto the prepared baking sheet. Repeat with remaining chicken.
  • Spray each chicken tender with cooking spray 2 times.
  • Bake tenders in the preheated oven for 7 minutes; flip, continue to bake on opposite side until no longer pink in the centers, about 7 minutes more. Remove from the oven.
  • Set an oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source and preheat the oven's broiler.
  • Broil tenders in the preheated oven for extra crunch, about 2 minutes more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 172 calories, Carbohydrate 25.6 g, Cholesterol 72.2 mg, Fat 3.7 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 16.7 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 688.7 mg, Sugar 0.7 g

BREADED CHICKEN STRIPS



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Breaded Chicken Strips are a home-style classic and a perfect meal for a new cook to prepare. Our Test Kitchen staff created tender, golden brown chicken strips that are tasty and just right for two. The breading is made from everyday ingredients already in most kitchens, and there are only a handful of steps. Why go out for a chicken fingers basket, when it's this easy to make your own?

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 cup seasoned bread crumbs
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
1/4 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 cup 2% milk
2 tablespoons beaten egg
2 boneless skinless chicken breasts (5 ounces each), cut into 1-inch strips
1/4 cup canola oil

Steps:

  • In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the first five ingredients. Place flour in a shallow bowl. In another shallow bowl, whisk milk and egg. Coat chicken in flour, then dip in egg mixture. Place in bag; seal and shake to coat. , In a large skillet, cook chicken in oil over medium heat for 2-3 minutes on each side or until chicken is no longer pink. Drain on paper towels.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 446 calories, Fat 20g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 125mg cholesterol, Sodium 601mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 36g protein.

BREADED CHICKEN STRIPS



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 55m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

8 slices white bread (about 8 ounces)*
3 tablespoons grated parmesan
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley leaves
3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
About 1 cup all-purpose flour, for dredging
2 large eggs, beaten
3 boneless skinless chicken breast, each about 8 ounces
Vegetable oil, for shallow frying

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • To make bread crumbs: Tear the bread into pieces. Spread bread out on a microwave-safe plate, and microwave on HIGH for 1 minute to dry out the bread. (Alternately, spread the bread out on a baking sheet and dry in a 350 degree F oven for 12 minutes.) Let cool and pulse the dried bread in a food processor with the Parmesan, parsley, 3/4 teaspoon salt, and pepper.
  • Put the flour, eggs, and bread crumb mixture in 3 separate shallow dishes.
  • With the flat side of a cooks' knife or the smooth side of a meat-pounder, pound each breast to equal thickness between 2 sheets of plastic wrap. Cut into 1 1/2-inch strips pat the chicken dry and season both sides with salt and pepper. Dip each strip into the flour, then shake off the excess. Next, run the strips through the egg to coat it lightly and hold the chicken over the liquid to let any excess fall back into the bowl. Finally, lay the strips in the bread crumbs, turn it over and press it into the breading to evenly coat. Lay on a piece of waxedpaper.
  • Heat 1/4-inch of oil in a large skillet over medium heat until hot and shimmering. Lay 2 or 3 chicken strips at a time in the pan. Cook the chicken without turning until golden brown, about 2 minutes. Turn the chicken and cook until equally brown on the other side and the chicken is cooked through, about 2 to 3 minutes more. Repeat with the remaining 2 breasts. Transfer chicken to a paper towel-lined plate to drain. Serve.
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BREADED CHICKEN FINGERS



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If you like the taste of garlic, this recipe is for you. It is easy to make, but requires time to marinate.

Provided by JANETFORAUBURN

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes     Pan-Fried

Time 2h30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

6 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cut into 1/2 inch strips
1 egg, beaten
1 cup buttermilk
1 ½ teaspoons garlic powder
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup seasoned bread crumbs
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 quart oil for frying

Steps:

  • Place chicken strips into a large, resealable plastic bag. In a small bowl, mix the egg, buttermilk and garlic powder. Pour mixture into bag with chicken. Seal, and refrigerate 2 to 4 hours.
  • In another large, resealable plastic bag, mix together the flour, bread crumbs, salt and baking powder. Remove chicken from refrigerator, and drain, discarding buttermilk mixture. Place chicken in flour mixture bag. Seal, and shake to coat.
  • Heat oil in a large, heavy skillet to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Carefully place coated chicken in hot oil. Fry until golden brown and juices run clear. Drain on paper towels.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 345.7 calories, Carbohydrate 24.6 g, Cholesterol 78.6 mg, Fat 15.7 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 25.4 g, SaturatedFat 2.8 g, Sodium 703.7 mg, Sugar 2.5 g

BREADED CHICKEN FINGERS, STRIPS, TENDERS...



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This is a breadcrumbed coated chicken recipe, unlike regular flour fried chicken. The lemon gives a hint of zing. If you desire a more pronounced lemony flavor, add double the zest, which I prefer. Check out my sauces...Recipe #430587, recipe #391028, recipe #431929 or even recipe #449558. .

Provided by gailanng

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 45m

Yield 2-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 1/4 cups breadcrumbs (Italian or plain)
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon lemon zest, finely grated (increase if desired)
3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
fresh ground black pepper (fresh makes a difference)
1 cup all-purpose flour, for dredging (approximate)
2 large eggs, beaten
4 (4 -6 ounce) boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips (or fingers or tenders)
1/2 cup oil, for shallow frying

Steps:

  • Put the flour, eggs and the bread crumbs each separately in 3 shallow dishes. Stir into the flour the lemon zest. Pat the chicken dry and season both sides with garlic powder, salt and pepper. Dip each breast into the flour, then shake off the excess. Next, run the breast through the egg to coat it lightly and hold the chicken over the liquid to let any excess drip back into the bowl. Finally, lay the strips in the bread crumbs, turn it over and press into the breading to coat. Lay on a piece of waxed paper. Repeat until all strips are coated.
  • Add the oil to a large skillet (12 inches in diameter and cast iron is best) over medium heat until hot. Lay several chicken strips in the pan. Cook the chicken without turning until nicely browned, about 3-4 minutes. Turn the chicken and cook until equally brown on the other side, about 3-4 minutes more. Repeat with the remaining strips. Transfer chicken to a paper towel lined plate to drain.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1312.5, Fat 69.3, SaturatedFat 10.8, Cholesterol 331.2, Sodium 1702.6, Carbohydrate 98.2, Fiber 5.2, Sugar 4.7, Protein 70.2

OVEN-FRIED CHICKEN TENDERS



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You can make anything more delicious, even an all-time family favorite with these easy-to-make-easier-to-finish oven-fried chicken tenders. They're the perfect recipe to put together in no time! The not-so-secret secret ingredients for these homemade chicken tenders are panko bread crumbs, Gold Medal™ flour, and yes, a whole lot of love.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/4 cup Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1 egg
1 tablespoon water
1 cup Progresso™ plain or Italian style panko crispy bread crumbs
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 1/4 lb (20 oz) chicken breast tenders (from two 14-oz packages)
Favorite dipping sauce, if desired

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 425°F. Line cookie sheet with foil; spray with cooking spray.
  • In shallow dish, place flour. In another shallow dish, beat egg and water. In third shallow dish, mix bread crumbs and cheese. Coat chicken with flour; dip into egg mixture, then coat with bread crumb mixture. Place on cookie sheet.
  • Bake 15 to 20 minutes, turning once, until chicken is no longer pink in center and coating is golden brown. Serve with dipping sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 330, Carbohydrate 23 g, Cholesterol 105 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 18 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 670 mg, Sugar 0 g, TransFat 0 g

Tips:

  • For the best results, use boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs cut into 1-inch strips. If using frozen chicken, thaw it completely before breading and cooking.
  • To make the breading extra crispy, use a combination of panko breadcrumbs and flour. You can also add some grated Parmesan cheese or herbs to the breading mixture for extra flavor.
  • Be sure to coat the chicken strips evenly in the breading mixture. If the breading is too thick, it will fall off during cooking. If the breading is too thin, the chicken will not be as crispy.
  • Cook the chicken strips in hot oil until they are golden brown and cooked through. This will take about 3-4 minutes per side.
  • Serve the chicken strips immediately with your favorite dipping sauce. Some popular choices include ranch dressing, honey mustard, or barbecue sauce.

Conclusion:

Breaded chicken fingers are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are perfect for a quick lunch or dinner, and they can also be served as an appetizer or snack. With a few simple tips, you can make breaded chicken fingers that are crispy, juicy, and full of flavor.

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