Juiciest Chicken Tenders: Crispy Secrets Revealed!
Juicy, crispy chicken tenders perfect for any meal or snack.
Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken tenderloins or boneless skinless chicken breasts (cut into 1-inch strips)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp seasoned salt or salt, pepper, garlic powder
- 3 large eggs
- 2 cups panko breadcrumbs
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp dried parsley
- Cooking oil for frying or cooking spray (for baking)
- Optional: Buttermilk for marinating
Instructions
- 1. Cut chicken into 1-inch strips if using breasts. Pat dry.
- 2. (Optional) Marinate in buttermilk for 30 minutes for extra juiciness.
- 3. Preheat oven to 400°F if baking. Line a baking sheet and spray with cooking spray.
- 4. For frying, heat oil to 350°F.
- 5. Set up breading stations: Bowl 1 with flour and seasoned salt; Bowl 2 with beaten eggs; Bowl 3 with panko, garlic powder, paprika, and parsley.
- 6. Dredge chicken in flour, dip in egg, and coat with breadcrumbs.
- 7. Bake on a sheet for 10-15 minutes, or fry until golden and cooked through.
- 8. Serve hot with dipping sauces.
Notes
Use panko for extra crispiness.
Marinate in buttermilk for enhanced juiciness.
Adjust spices in breadcrumbs to your taste.