Chicken Tenders

Name: Chicken Tenders
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 lbs chicken breast tenders; 1/2 cup all-purpose flour; 4 tbsp cornstarch; 1/2 tsp salt; 1/4 tsp black pepper; 1/2 tsp paprika; 4 cups vegetable oil (for frying)

Crispy golden chicken tenders, a family favorite that's quick, easy, and absolutely delicious.

25 minEasyServes 4340 cal/serving

AmericanDinnerStovetopStandard

Ingredients

2 lbs chicken breast tenders
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
4 tbsp cornstarch
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
1/2 tsp paprika
4 cups vegetable oil (for frying)

Instructions

1

In a shallow dish, whisk together 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, 4 tbsp cornstarch, 1/2 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp black pepper, and 1/2 tsp paprika.
2

Coat 2 lbs chicken breast tenders evenly in the flour mixture.
3

Heat 4 cups vegetable oil (for frying) in a large skillet to 350°F (175°C).
4

Carefully place coated chicken into the hot oil.
5

Fry for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through, reaching an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
6

Remove to a wire rack and drain excess oil.
7

Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.

Questions

Can I make Chicken Tenders gluten-free?

Yes. The gluten in this entry is 1/2 cup all-purpose flour. Swap the flour for a 1-to-1 gluten-free baking blend (where it only thickens a sauce, half as much cornstarch also works). Everything else proceeds as written.

How long does Chicken Tenders keep?

Refrigerate leftovers within two hours and eat them within three days. Reheat uncovered in a 400 F oven (or an air fryer) for a few minutes to bring the crust back; the microwave softens it.

Can I halve or double Chicken Tenders?

Yes. As written it serves 4. Every ingredient in this entry carries precomputed half and double quantities, and the app's batch dial rewrites them inside each step. When doubling on the stovetop, use your widest pan or work in two batches so the food sears instead of steaming.

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