Best 14 Crispy Chicken Tenders Recipes

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**Crispy Chicken Tenders: A Culinary Symphony of Flavor and Texture**

A culinary journey awaits with our crispy chicken tenders, an irresistible treat that tantalizes taste buds with its symphony of flavors and textures. This delectable dish is not just another chicken recipe; it's an experience that caters to every palate. With our carefully curated selection of recipes, you can embark on a culinary adventure that promises crispy exteriors, succulent interiors, and a burst of flavors that will leave you craving for more. From classic Southern-fried chicken tenders to tantalizing Asian-inspired variations, our recipes offer a delightful journey through the world of crispy chicken indulgence. Get ready to satisfy your cravings and embark on a culinary adventure with our crispy chicken tenders extravaganza.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CRISPY CHICKEN TENDERS



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These crispy chicken tenders were so simple to make and were loved by my whole family! Dip in your favorite sauce or enjoy just as they are.

Provided by Hedz

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

cooking spray
2 cups panko bread crumbs
1 teaspoon garlic powder
¼ teaspoon chili powder
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 large egg
2 skinless, boneless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch strips

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Spray a baking sheet with cooking spray.
  • Mix panko, garlic powder, chili powder, salt, and pepper together well.
  • Beat egg in a shallow bowl. Dip chicken tenders into the egg mixture, then dredge in the panko mixture. Arrange on the prepared baking sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until crispy on the outside and lightly browned, 10 to 12 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 221.3 calories, Carbohydrate 38.3 g, Cholesterol 78.8 mg, Fat 4.5 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 19.2 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 456.9 mg, Sugar 0.3 g

CRISPY BAKED CHICKEN TENDERS



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After reviewing several oven-fried, baked chicken recipes, I created this spicy, savory, slightly sweet, crispy baked chicken without any added salt. Using a cooking rack inside the baking dish helps to keep the chicken crispy on all sides and prevent the chicken from getting soggy on the bottom.

Provided by Occasional Cooker

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Baked and Roasted     Breasts

Time 45m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 19

cooking spray
⅓ cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
⅔ cup grainy Dijon mustard
¼ cup honey
¼ cup egg substitute
1 teaspoon hot sauce, or to taste
1 cup cornflake crumbs
½ cup panko bread crumbs
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon minced onion flakes
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper, or to taste
1 ½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken breast tenders

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Place a cooking rack inside a baking dish and spray both with cooking spray.
  • Combine flour, garlic powder, and pepper in a flat dish; stir until evenly combined. Stir mustard, honey, egg substitute, and hot sauce together in a small bowl.
  • Combine cornflake crumbs, bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, onion flakes, garlic powder, pepper, paprika, onion powder, Italian seasoning, and cayenne pepper in another flat dish; stir until ingredients are evenly distributed.
  • Dip chicken tenders into the flour mixture until coated evenly, then dip into the egg mixture, shaking off any excess liquid. Drag the chicken through the bread crumb mixture, covering evenly.
  • Place chicken on the prepared cooking rack. Spray the chicken with cooking spray.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until chicken is no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, about 25 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 365.4 calories, Carbohydrate 45.5 g, Cholesterol 75.1 mg, Fat 6.3 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 32.3 g, SaturatedFat 2.3 g, Sodium 1027.4 mg, Sugar 13.8 g

CRISPY FRIED COCONUT CHICKEN TENDERS



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Juiciest and slightly sweet tenderloins. Voted best chicken dish in our house! This chicken will be perfectly tender, not greasy, and the best chicken you'll ever eat.

Provided by WMPROS

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Fried Chicken Recipes

Time 1h45m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 cups milk
2 tablespoons white vinegar
2 pounds chicken breast tenderloins
2 large eggs
2 tablespoons heavy cream
1 pinch salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 cup coconut
¾ cup almond flour
¼ cup all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons white sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
½ teaspoon chili powder
½ cup coconut oil, or more as needed

Steps:

  • Combine milk and vinegar in a bowl. Add tenderloins. Place in the refrigerator to soak for 1 to 2 hours.
  • While chicken soaks, prepare egg coating by whisking together eggs, heavy cream, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
  • Prepare dry coating by pulsing coconut in the bowl of a food processor until it resembles large bread crumbs. Add almond flour, all-purpose flour, sugar, 1 teaspoon salt, 1 teaspoon pepper, and chili powder. Pulse to combine.
  • Preheat the oven to 250 degrees F (120 degrees C). Remove chicken from milk mixture; discard mixture.
  • Dip each chicken tender in the egg mixture, then in the coconut coating, pressing generous amounts into the meat.
  • Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Gently drop coated chicken into the hot oil and fry until golden and no longer pink in the centers, working in batches, about 6 minutes per side. Place fried pieces in the oven to keep warm between batches.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 662.9 calories, Carbohydrate 20 g, Cholesterol 167.5 mg, Fat 45.7 g, Fiber 4.5 g, Protein 43.7 g, SaturatedFat 16 g, Sodium 560.3 mg, Sugar 9.8 g

CRISPY BARBECUE CHICKEN TENDERS



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These crunch-coated chicken tenders are a little sweet, a little tangy and a whole lot of fun. In half an hour, your family's new favorite dish is ready to eat. When I have extra time, I roast garlic and add it to the sauce. -Andreann Geise, Myrtle Beach, South Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 cup sour cream
1/4 cup minced fresh chives
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
CHICKEN:
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons light brown sugar
1 teaspoon ground mustard
3/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
2 cups coarsely crushed barbecue potato chips
1-1/2 pounds chicken tenderloins
Oil for frying

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, mix sour cream, chives, garlic and salt. In a shallow bowl, mix flour, brown sugar and seasonings. Place eggs and potato chips in separate shallow bowls. Dip chicken in flour mixture to coat both sides; shake off excess. Dip in eggs, then in potato chips, patting to help coating adhere., In a deep skillet, heat 1/4 in. oil to 375°. Fry chicken, a few strips at a time, until golden brown, 2-3 minutes on each side. Drain on paper towels. Serve with sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 411 calories, Fat 27g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 109mg cholesterol, Sodium 492mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 31g protein.

CRISPY CHICKEN TENDERS WITH PICCATA SAUCE



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Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     appetizer

Time 1h25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

3/4 cup panko (Japanese breadcrumbs)
1/2 packed cup fresh spinach leaves
1/2 cup grated Parmesan
Zest of 1 large lemon
3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
3/4 cup buttermilk
1 pound chicken tenders, patted dry with paper towels and cut into 2-inch pieces
3/4 cup safflower or vegetable oil
1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (from 1/2 large lemon)
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon unsalted butter, at room temperature
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh parsley leaves
2 teaspoons agave
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt

Steps:

  • For the chicken: Combine the breadcrumbs, spinach, Parmesan, lemon zest, salt and pepper in a food processor. Blend until the spinach is finely chopped, then transfer to a medium bowl. Mix together the chicken and buttermilk in another medium bowl. Using a slotted spoon, transfer the chicken to the breadcrumb mixture, allowing any extra buttermilk to drip back into the bowl. Toss until the chicken pieces are coated.
  • Heat the oil in a 12-inch high-sided skillet over medium-high heat (the oil is hot enough when a pinch of breadcrumbs sizzles when added to the pan). Add one-third of the chicken and fry until golden and crispy, about 3 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels. Repeat with the remaining chicken.
  • For the sauce: Combine the broth, lemon juice and flour in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly, then lower the heat and simmer until thick, about 3 minutes. Whisk in the butter until smooth. Stir in the parsley, agave and salt. Keep warm.
  • Pour the sauce over the chicken or serve alongside as a dipping sauce.

CRISPY HONEY MUSTARD CHICKEN TENDERS



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I LOVE recipe #68596 and wanted to find a way to use it with chicken besides just dipping it. I used tenders for this recipe but will work with breasts, thighs, etc.

Provided by AZPARZYCH

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 45m

Yield 3-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 lb chicken tenders
1 3/4 cups honey mustard dressing
1/4 cup flour
2 cups panko breadcrumbs
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/8 teaspoon seasoning salt
1/8 teaspoon onion powder
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder

Steps:

  • Preheat over to 425 degrees.
  • Place flour in a shallow bowl, dressing in a second, and combine remaining ingredients in a third shallow bowl.
  • Rinse and dry chicken tenders.
  • Dredge in flour, honey mustard and completely coat in crumb mixture.
  • Place on broiler pan.
  • Bake for 25-35 minutes or until juices run clear.

NEELY'S CRISPY PANKO CHICKEN TENDERS AND HONEY MUSTARD SAUCE



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Make and share this Neely's Crispy Panko Chicken Tenders and Honey Mustard Sauce recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Tara_hearts

Categories     Sauces

Time 30m

Yield 3-5 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

peanut oil, for frying
2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts
3 eggs
1 cup all-purpose flour
2 cups panko breadcrumbs
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon lemon-pepper seasoning
1/2 teaspoon cayenne
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup Dijon mustard
1/2 cup honey
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 tablespoon lemon juice
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Cut the chicken breasts into long strips and set aside.
  • Beat the 3 eggs in a separate bowl and measure the flour into another separate dish.
  • Measure the panko into a pie plate or shallow bowl and season with garlic powder, lemon-pepper, cayenne, salt and pepper.
  • Dip the chicken strips into the flour, the beaten egg and then dredge them into the seasoned panko.
  • Fry in the hot peanut oil for 6 to 8 minutes, until golden brown, and remove to a paper towel lined sheet tray. Serve with honey mustard sauce.
  • Honey Mustard:
  • 1/2 cup Dijon mustard
  • 1/2 cup honey
  • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoons lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper.
  • Mix all the ingredients in a small bowl and season with salt and pepper. The sauce can be held in the refrigerator for 1 week.

LAY'S CRISPY CHICKEN TENDERS



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I created this recipe for a contest at my husband's work. It comes out very crispy and is an interesting change to the regular chicken tender breading. We love it. We're also soy and dairy free so the recipe includes coconut milk instead of regular milk--I think the coconut milk gives it a very nice flavor. Enjoy!

Provided by Gone Vegan

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 1h

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cups baked potato chips
1 (3 1/2 ounce) box panko breadcrumbs
1 egg
1 cup coconut milk
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon turmeric
2 lbs chicken breasts, cut in 1-oz . tenders
olive oil (for frying)

Steps:

  • Grind or crush lays in a ziploc bag with a mallet or rolling pin, pour into a bowl with the breadcrumbs, set aside.
  • Beat the egg with milk in a bowl, and set aside.
  • Stir together the flour, onion and garlic powder, turmeric, salt and black pepper in a bowl. Set this aside also. (You're setting up a dredging station with three different shallow bowls-glass pie dishes work best).
  • Dip the chicken pieces into the seasoned flour. Move around to coat well, shake off the excess flour.
  • Dip into the egg/milk wash, coating well.
  • Dip into the lays mixture, coating well.
  • Set aside on plate to rest while heating oil.
  • Heat oil in a large, heavy skillet to 325 degrees.
  • Drop coated chicken tenders into hot oil and cook until golden brown and fully cooked, 3 to 5 minutes depending on size.
  • Drain on wire mesh rack suspended over a cookie sheet.

CRISPY CHEDDAR CHICKEN TENDERS RECIPE - (4.5/5)



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Provided by mjohnmeyer

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 lbs boneless chicken tenders
2/3 cup milk
3 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
2 cups Italian Breadcrumbs
2 tablespoon butter, melted
1 can Progresso Creamy Three Cheese cooking sauce (18 oz)
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped

Steps:

  • 1. Heat oven to 400. 2. Place the milk, cheddar cheese and breadcrumbs into three separate shallow dishes. First dip each tender into the milk, then the cheddar cheese and finally the breadcrumbs. 3. Place each tender on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Cover the tenders with foil. 4. Bake for 20 minutes, then remove foil. Baste with the melted butter, and cook an additional 5-10 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through and coating is golden brown. 5. While chicken is cooking, place the Progresso Cooking Sauce into a small saucepan and simmer until reduced by half. Remove chicken from the oven and place on platter. Spoon sauce over chicken and top with fresh parsley. navywifecook.com

CRISPY SAGE CHICKEN TENDERS



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One of my mom's favorite chicken recipes used fresh sage. Her version was smothered with gravy, but we like these panko-crusted tenders as they are. -Deb Perry, Traverse City, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 cup buttermilk
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 pound chicken tenderloins
1 cup panko bread crumbs
2 to 3 tablespoons fresh minced sage
Oil for frying
Salt to taste
Ranch salad dressing, optional

Steps:

  • In a bowl, whisk buttermilk, salt, pepper sauce and pepper until blended. Add chicken, turning to coat; let stand 15 minutes. In a shallow bowl, toss bread crumbs with sage. , In a deep skillet, heat 1 in. of oil to 365°. Dip tenderloins in crumb mixture to coat both sides, patting to help coating adhere. Fry chicken 2-3 minutes on each side or until deep golden brown. Drain on paper towels. Sprinkle with additional salt to taste. If desired, serve with ranch dressing.

Nutrition Facts :

CRISPY & SPICY CHICKEN TENDERS MY WAY



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Kentucky Fried Chicken "original" is one of my favorites, however, this recipe is just as good because it is made "My Way." That is, using many different spices and instant potato flakes to give it a tasty, spicy & crispy crunch (and without chicken skins). Once the ingredients are prepared, this recipe is a quick and easy one to make and enjoy.

Provided by SkipperSy

Categories     < 4 Hours

Time 1h30m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 21

3/4 lb boneless skinless chicken breast (Option, 2 breasts see note below)
4 tablespoons olive oil
3 tablespoons melted butter or 3 tablespoons margarine
1 egg, beaten (In a bowl)
1/4 cup idaho instant potato flakes
1/4 teaspoon garlic salt
1/4 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon poultry seasoning or 1/4 teaspoon chicken bouillon powder
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 pinch cayenne pepper (Both Optional) or 1 pinch chili powder (Both Optional)
1/2 teaspoon curry powder
1/4 teaspoon oregano
1/2 tablespoon onion flakes
1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 cup broccoli slaw mix (See instructions below to make your own)
3 tablespoons cilantro leaves (clean leaves, plus extra sprigs)
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1/4 teaspoon grated ginger
1/2 teaspoon garlic, chopped finely
1 tablespoon honey

Steps:

  • BROCCOLI SLAW Preparation(To make your own)- Cut off ¼ of the bottom hard part of the broccoli stem and discard, then cut just below the flowerets, next take a carrot peeler and remove the outside hard part of the broccoli, then cut in half and then make thin match stick size slices, next add match stick slivers of baby carrots and finally add a small amount of red cabbage for color, mix together and set aside.
  • CHICKEN PIECES Preparation- Cut chicken breast into thin slices, then with a meat hammer tenderizer/pound each side flat, set aside.
  • SPICE MIX Preparation- Combine with potato flakes the 9 spices listed just below the potato flakes, mix and set aside.
  • VEGETABLE THICKENING SAUCE Preparation- In a cup combine the soy sauce, 2 tablespoons of water, cornstarch and mix well, set aside.
  • COOKING INSTRUCTIONS.
  • Pre-heat oven to 425 degrees.
  • In a baking pan about 13" x 9" (larger size for 2 chicken breasts), line with aluminum foil (if you prefer an easy clean-up) and then add 2 tablespoons oil & 3 tablespoons melted butter or margarine, then spread around the surface of the pan.
  • Dip the chicken into the beaten egg and then coat chicken pieces thoroughly in the potato flake mixture.
  • Next add to baking pan and cook uncovered for about 7-10 minutes, next turn all the pieces and cook another 7-10 or so minutes, check to see if the pieces are done and not overcooked (very thin slices will cook faster the thicker ones).
  • While the chicken is cooking, in wok add 2 tablespoons oil, ginger and garlic and stir a few seconds, next add the broccoli slaw, stir-fry for about 2 minutes (add a touch of water as needed).
  • Next add the thickening sauce to the wok and stir fry a few moments more, then add the 3 tablespoons of the cilantro leaves, stir briefly, then place the vegetables around the edge of a nice sized plate for serving.
  • When the chicken is done add to the center of the plate, drizzle the honey on the chicken pieces and next add the cilantro sprigs as garnish.
  • Enjoy!
  • NOTE.
  • This recipe is for 2 servings, however, if you add a second chicken breast just double the ingredients and it can then easily serve 4 people,
  • Further, this recipe was created for one of the RSC contests and Broccoli Slaw and Honey had been required ingredients. However, you can cut down on the preparation and cooking time for this recipe by eliminating the Broccoli Slaw (steps #1 and #4) and Honey if you would like.
  • Also, adding a pinch of Bijol coloring to the spice mix, will give the chicken pieces a slightly yellow and appealing color.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 715.5, Fat 49.2, SaturatedFat 16.1, Cholesterol 250.3, Sodium 795.6, Carbohydrate 23.3, Fiber 2.4, Sugar 10.5, Protein 45.8

OVEN-BAKED CRISPY CHICKEN TENDERS



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Make and share this Oven-Baked Crispy Chicken Tenders recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Keee8698

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 1h30m

Yield 12 chicken tenders, 4-5 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 garlic cloves, smashed
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1 bay leaf
2 teaspoons salt
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1/2 cup fat-free buttermilk
1 lb chicken tenders (about 12)
1 1/2 cups corn flakes, crushed
nonstick cooking spray

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and spray lightly with cooking spray. Set aside.
  • In a medium bowl, combine the garlic, spices, and buttermilk. Add the chicken and turn in the marinade. Cover and refrigerate one hour.
  • Place the cornflake crumbs on a plate. Drain the chicken tenders. Pick up a chicken tender with one hand, and turn it in the cornflake coating, using the other hand to gently press additional coating onto the sides. Place on the baking sheet and repeat.
  • Bake, in a single layer, until firm, about 15 minutes.

CRISPY CHICKEN TENDERS, THE BATTER MAY SURPRISE U?



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Shaking the chicken inside a freezer baggy saves alot of time, I also season the instant potatoes in the baggy. Hope you try this and just love it, I use this for coating fish as well. After cooking these crispy tenderloins, try freezing a baggy portioned out for the kids, and pop them into the microwave, Kids will love these and...

Provided by kim cremeans

Categories     Other Snacks

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 pkg chicken tenderloins
2 c instant mashed potatoes (any brand you like)
2 eggs beat
1 tsp salt and pepper

Steps:

  • 1. Have chicken unthawed, beat eggs and dip chicken into egg batter to coat each side, dip into instant mashed potatoes and drop into heated oil until golden brown on both sides. I like to put instant potatoes into a freezer baggy and shake my chicken for the best coating, season with salt and pepper. Portion out for the kids into baggies and freeze and enjoy with their favorite dipping sauce, when ready.

CRISPY CHICKEN TENDERS



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We love chicken tenders, but not so much from the fast food places. These come out tasty, moist and very crispy! You can serve them up plain or with your favorite sauces and dips. I pan fried the ones in the picture, you can see that they came out beautifully!

Provided by Elaine Bovender

Categories     Chicken

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 c flour
1 c milk or buttermilk
1 large egg
salt and pepper to taste
oil for frying

Steps:

  • 1. Slice chicken breasts into strips, about 1/4 to 1/2 inch thick. Sprinkle with salt and set aside.
  • 2. Pour milk into a bowl and add egg, mix well. Dredge chicken slices in flour, then dip in the milk mixture, then roll in remaining flour to coat well. Use more flour if necessary and set aside.
  • 3. Heat oil in a fryer with deep sides or heat a deep fryer to 350 degrees.
  • 4. PAN FRYING: When oil is hot, lay chicken strips in the pan being sure not to over crowd. You may have to do this in batches. When browned on bottom side, turn and brown the other side. Tenders are done when golden brown and cooked through, about 4 minutes or so per side.
  • 5. DEEP FRY: Lower basket into the hot oil. Carefully drop chicken strips in to the basket, a few at a time. Cook about 5 to 6 minutes or until golden and cooked through.
  • 6. Remove to a serving platter and add more salt and pepper, if desired.

Tips and Conclusion: Achieving Perfectly Crispy Chicken Tenders

Crafting crispy chicken tenders at home is a culinary feat that requires careful attention to detail and a few essential tips. Here's a summary of the key points to ensure success:

  • Selecting the Right Chicken: Opt for boneless, skinless chicken breasts or chicken tenders that are fresh or thawed. This ensures even cooking and a tender texture.
  • Proper Tenderizing: Pounding the chicken tenders gently with a meat mallet or rolling pin helps tenderize the meat and makes it more receptive to the marinade or seasoning.
  • Marination Magic: Marinating the chicken in a flavorful mixture of spices, herbs, and liquids enhances the taste and adds moisture. Allow the chicken to marinate for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight.
  • Coating Techniques: Before frying, coat the chicken in a mixture of flour, seasonings, and cornstarch. This creates a crispy outer layer that locks in the juices. Alternatively, try a double coating method by dipping the chicken in eggs and then in the breadcrumb mixture.
  • Frying Techniques: Use a deep fryer or a large pot with high sides filled with oil. Maintain a consistent oil temperature of around 350°F (175°C) to ensure even cooking. Avoid overcrowding the pot to prevent the oil temperature from dropping.
  • Draining and Resting: Once the chicken tenders are golden brown and cooked through, remove them from the oil and drain on a wire rack or paper towels to remove excess grease. Allow them to rest for a few minutes before serving to redistribute the juices.

Conclusion: Achieving Crispy Perfection

Crispy chicken tenders are a delightful culinary creation that can elevate any meal or gathering. Mastering the art of preparing these tender morsels requires patience, attention to detail, and a willingness to experiment with different flavors and techniques. Following the tips outlined above, you can achieve perfectly crispy chicken tenders that are golden brown on the outside and tender and juicy on the inside. Serve them with your favorite dipping sauce and enjoy the satisfaction of creating a dish that everyone will love.

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