Description
Crispy chicken tenders are a family favorite, featuring a golden, crunchy coating that encases tender, juicy meat. Perfect for any occasion, they are easy to make and utterly satisfying.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless chicken breasts
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (plain or seasoned)
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp paprika
- Cooking oil (for frying)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) for baking or heat oil in a skillet for frying.
- Set up three bowls: one with flour mixed with salt and pepper, one with beaten eggs, and one with breadcrumbs mixed with paprika.
- Coat each chicken breast piece in the flour mixture, dip in eggs, then coat thoroughly in breadcrumbs.
- For frying, cook each tender in heated oil for about 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown. For baking, place on a lined baking sheet, spray lightly with cooking oil, and bake for about 20 minutes.
- Let cool briefly before serving.
Notes
- Customize your tenders by adding garlic powder or herbs to the breadcrumb mix.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container and reheat in the oven at 375°F to retain crispiness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying/Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 chicken tenders (150g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 150mg