Crispy Chicken Tenders
Golden, crunchy breaded chicken tenders pan-fried at home in under 40 minutes — a weeknight favorite.
- Total time
- 35 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 420
- Protein
- 32g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Pat the 1 lb chicken tenders dry and season both sides with the 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp pepper.
Step 2
Set up three bowls: 1/2 cup flour, 2 beaten eggs, and 1 1/2 cups breadcrumbs.
Step 3
Coat each tender in flour, dip in egg, then press into breadcrumbs until fully covered.
Step 4
Heat 1/2 cup oil in a large skillet over medium-high until it shimmers, about 3 minutes.
Step 5
Fry tenders in a single batch, don't crowd the pan, 3-4 minutes per side until deep golden brown.
Step 6
Drain on paper towels and rest 3 minutes — the coating crisps up as they sit — then serve.
Tools you’ll need
- large skillet
- three shallow bowls
- tongs
- paper towels
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