The Crispiest Chicken Tenders
The Crispiest Chicken Tenders
Ingredients
For the Chicken and Marinade
- 2 chicken breasts
- 50 ml buttermilk
- 1 egg
- 2 tablespoons Greek yogurt
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon pepper
For the Coating
- 60-70 g flour
- 1 egg, beaten
- as needed cornflakes, crushed
- as needed oil, for frying
Instructions
- 1
Cut the chicken breasts into even strips, approximately 1-inch wide. In a medium bowl, combine the buttermilk, 1 egg, Greek yogurt, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Add the chicken strips to the marinade, ensuring they are fully coated. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 1 hour. For best results and juicier tenders, marinate for several hours or overnight.
⏱️ 15 min
- 2
Prepare your breading station. Place the flour in a shallow dish. In a second shallow dish, whisk the remaining egg until well beaten. In a third shallow dish, place the crushed cornflakes. Ensure the cornflakes are crushed into small, irregular pieces to create maximum crispiness.
⏱️ 5 min
- 3
Working with one chicken strip at a time, first dredge it in the flour, shaking off any excess. Then, dip it into the beaten egg, allowing any extra to drip off. Finally, press the chicken strip firmly into the crushed cornflakes, ensuring it is completely coated on all sides. Place the coated tenders on a clean plate or baking sheet.
⏱️ 10 min
- 4
Heat about 1-2 inches of oil in a large, heavy-bottomed skillet or deep pot over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C). Carefully place a few chicken tenders into the hot oil, making sure not to overcrowd the pan. Fry for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy, and the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).
⏱️ 15 min•🌡️ 350
- 5
Remove the cooked chicken tenders from the oil and place them on a wire rack set over a baking sheet to drain any excess oil. Repeat with the remaining chicken tenders. Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce, such as honey mustard, barbecue, or ranch.
⏱️ 5 min
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Nutrition Facts (per serving)
The Crispiest Chicken Tenders
For the Chicken and Marinade
- 2 chicken breasts
- 50 ml buttermilk
- 1 egg
- 2 tablespoons Greek yogurt
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon pepper
For the Coating
- 60-70 g flour
- 1 egg, beaten
- as needed cornflakes, crushed
- as needed oil, for frying
Instructions
- 1
Cut the chicken breasts into even strips, approximately 1-inch wide. In a medium bowl, combine the buttermilk, 1 egg, Greek yogurt, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Add the chicken strips to the marinade, ensuring they are fully coated. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 1 hour. For best results and juicier tenders, marinate for several hours or overnight.
⏱️ 15 min - 2
Prepare your breading station. Place the flour in a shallow dish. In a second shallow dish, whisk the remaining egg until well beaten. In a third shallow dish, place the crushed cornflakes. Ensure the cornflakes are crushed into small, irregular pieces to create maximum crispiness.
⏱️ 5 min - 3
Working with one chicken strip at a time, first dredge it in the flour, shaking off any excess. Then, dip it into the beaten egg, allowing any extra to drip off. Finally, press the chicken strip firmly into the crushed cornflakes, ensuring it is completely coated on all sides. Place the coated tenders on a clean plate or baking sheet.
⏱️ 10 min - 4
Heat about 1-2 inches of oil in a large, heavy-bottomed skillet or deep pot over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C). Carefully place a few chicken tenders into the hot oil, making sure not to overcrowd the pan. Fry for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy, and the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).
⏱️ 15 min•🌡️ 350 - 5
Remove the cooked chicken tenders from the oil and place them on a wire rack set over a baking sheet to drain any excess oil. Repeat with the remaining chicken tenders. Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce, such as honey mustard, barbecue, or ranch.
⏱️ 5 min