Easy Simple Chicken Tenders Kids Love 5 Ingredient Recipe
Crispy chicken tenders coated in seasoned flour, egg, and panko, then pan-fried until golden. A simple 5-ingredient recipe kids love.
Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken tenders (or thinly sliced chicken breasts)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour 120g
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- Optional: pinch of smoked paprika or dried herbs
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs 100g
- Vegetable oil, for frying
Instructions
Dry Chicken Tenders:
Use paper towels to thoroughly dry the chicken tenders, promoting a crunchy crust.Set Up Breading Station:
Arrange three shallow dishes: one containing flour whisked with salt, pepper, and garlic powder (plus optional paprika or herbs); one with whisked eggs; and one with panko breadcrumbs.Coat in Seasoned Flour:
Coat each tender in the seasoned flour, tapping off any surplus.Dip in Beaten Eggs:
Submerge the floured chicken in the beaten eggs.Press into Panko Crumbs:
Firmly press the chicken into panko breadcrumbs so it is entirely covered. For added crunch, repeat the egg and breadcrumb coating (optional).Heat Oil in Skillet:
Pour vegetable oil to a depth of roughly 1/4 inch in a large skillet over medium heat. Wait until it shimmers but does not smoke.Add Tenders to Oil:
Gently lower the tenders into the hot oil, leaving space between each piece.Fry Until Golden Brown:
Cook for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and fully cooked (internal temperature 165°F (75°C)/74°C). Adjust the heat if needed to avoid burning.Drain on Paper Towels:
Move the finished tenders to a paper-towel-lined plate to absorb extra oil, then let them sit for 1-2 minutes.Serve with Dipping Sauces:
Present warm alongside preferred dipping sauces.