Description
Crispy Fried Chicken Tenders are a crowd-pleasing favorite, perfect for game nights and family gatherings. Each tender features a juicy chicken center coated in a golden, crunchy exterior that delivers an irresistible crunch with every bite. Easy to prepare and customize, these tenders can be paired with your favorite dipping sauces for a delightful meal that brings everyone together.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 3–4 breasts)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- Oil for frying (approximately 1 inch in the pan)
Instructions
- Cut chicken breasts into strips about 1 inch wide.
- Set up a breading station: one bowl with seasoned flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with panko breadcrumbs.
- Dredge each chicken strip in flour, dip in eggs, then coat thoroughly with panko breadcrumbs.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering (around 350°F).
- Fry chicken strips in batches for about 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
- Drain on paper towels and serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5 oz (140g)
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 90mg