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PLATED CHICKEN TENDERS
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Crispy Fried Chicken Tenders

Whoever told you can't compete with the drive-through window when it comes to the Crispy Fried Chicken Tenders? Well, they are wrong this recipe is easy to make, and a dinnertime favorite for the whole family. The chicken is juicy and the breading is crisp and full of flavor. The secret is the combination between the marinade and the breading and you’ve got an instant hit! Your kids will be begging you to make this over and over again.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Marinate Time2 hours
Total Time2 hours 25 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: chicken tenders, Crispy Fried Chicken Tenders
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 761kcal
Author: George - U Keep Cooking

Equipment

  • Large frying pan

Ingredients

  • 2 Pounds Chicken Tenderloins or Chicken Breasts

Marinade Ingredients

  • 1/2 Cup Sour Cream
  • 1/2 Cup Milk
  • 2 Tsp Corn Starch
  • 1/2 Lemon (juiced)
  • 3 Tbsp Hot Sauce
  • 1 Tsp Onion Powder
  • 1 Tsp Garlic Powder
  • 1 Tsp Sugar
  • 1 Tsp Salt

Dredge Ingredients:

  • 1 Cup Flour
  • 1 Cup Panko Breadcrumbs
  • 1 Tsp Onion Powder
  • 1 Tsp Garlic Powder
  • 1/2 Tsp Salt
  • 1/4 Tsp Pepper

Frying Fat:

  • 1/2 Cup Vegetable Oil Lard/Bacon Grease

Instructions

Assemble the Marinade:

  • Combine milk, sour cream, lemon juice, and sugar in a small bowl. Whisk in the cornstarch. Add in the hot sauce, onion powder, garlic powder, and salt: continue to whisk. Pour marinade into a zip-top bag with the chicken tenders and massage until the chicken is coated in the marinade Place the bag in the fridge and let marinate for at least 2-3 hours, or even overnight is fine.

Prepare the Drege:

  • Combine all dry ingredients for the coating in a shallow bowl

Preparing to Fry:

  • Preheat the oil in a shallow frying pan.
  • Remove chicken pieces from the bag a few at a time and thoroughly coat them in the breadcrumb mixture. I like to place them in the breadcrumbs, then press the chicken down, and flip and repeat the process. Repeat until all chicken is coated.
  • Once the oil is hot, fry chicken pieces for anywhere from 2-4 minutes per side, depending on how thick they are. The small pieces cook quickly! If you’re unsure if the chicken is done, use a meat thermometer. It should register 165 degrees F. Remove the cooked chicken and place it on a plate lined with a paper towel. Repeat until all chicken is cooked.
  • Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 761kcal | Carbohydrates: 42g | Protein: 54g | Fat: 41g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 17g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 169mg | Sodium: 1017mg | Potassium: 1011mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 299IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 158mg | Iron: 3mg