25-Minute Crispy Chicken Tenders That Crunch Perfectly
Crispy chicken tenders are a quick and easy meal. They are perfect for a family dinner or a snack. You get juicy chicken with a crunchy coating.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Lactose
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound chicken tenders
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 egg
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- Mix flour, salt, pepper, and paprika in a bowl.
- Whisk egg and milk in another bowl.
- Place breadcrumbs in a third bowl.
- Dip each chicken tender in the flour mix, then the egg mix, then the breadcrumbs.
- Heat oil in a pan over medium heat.
- Fry chicken tenders for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Drain on paper towels before serving.
Notes
- Use a meat thermometer to check the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- For extra crispiness, double-coat the chicken by repeating the dipping steps.
- Bake at 400°F for 20 minutes if you prefer a healthier option.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tender
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 80mg