Fried Chicken Tenders
Fried chicken tenders are a crispy, golden-brown delight that brings comfort and joy to any meal. Juicy chicken is enveloped in a crunchy coating, making them perfect for dipping or enjoying solo. Whether you’re hosting a game night or indulging on a lazy Sunday, these tenders are sure to impress everyone at the table.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Total Time: 34 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people (8 tenders) 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Oil for frying (vegetable or canola)
Instructions
- Cut chicken breasts into tender-sized strips.
- Set up two bowls: one with beaten eggs seasoned with salt and pepper, and another with flour mixed with garlic powder and paprika.
- Coat each chicken piece in flour, then dip in egg, and finally roll in panko breadcrumbs.
- Heat oil in a skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat until hot (about 350°F).
- Fry the tenders in batches for about 5-7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
- Transfer cooked tenders to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauces.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tenders (85g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 610mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 75mg