Breaded Chicken Tenders, Homemade Style
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Total Time
25 mins
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Servings
2
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Calories
529 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Breaded Chicken Tenders, Homemade Style
Description
Breaded Chicken Tenders, Homemade Style, features chicken breast tenders dipped in a beaten egg mixture seasoned with salt, then coated with breadcrumbs mixed with salt, pepper, thyme, and optionally grated Parmigiano Reggiano. The chicken pieces are fried in olive oil over medium-high heat until they develop a golden-brown crust and are cooked through, checked by ensuring no pink remains inside. The breading includes fresh or dried thyme which adds a mild herby note, and the Parmesan cheese can introduce a savory depth if used.
The cooking method involves shallow frying in olive oil to achieve a crispy coating while keeping the chicken juicy inside. The tenders are drained on paper towels to remove excess oil before serving. This approach makes it possible to prepare chicken tenders with a homemade breadcrumb coating, a simple alternative to store-bought breaded varieties.
This preparation suits serving as a main dish accompanied by sides like salads, vegetables, or dipping sauces. Using free-range or organic chicken breast supports better ingredient quality. Additionally, swapping in gluten-free breadcrumbs and flour can accommodate gluten-free dietary needs.
Ingredients
- ½ lb chicken breast tenders (or organic, free range chicken breast cut into pieces as desired)
- 1 egg (organic, free range mixed with a pinch of salt)
- 1 tsp water
- ¼ tsp salt
- ½ cup breadcrumbs (as needed- homemade, preferably)
- ⅛ tsp black pepper
- ⅛ tsp thyme (fresh or dried)
- Parmigiano Reggiano cheese (optional, grated)
- 4 Tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Beat the egg with a pinch of salt and 1 tsp water in a bowl, in which the chicken will be dipped.
- In a similar bowl, place some breadcrumbs, salt, pepper, and thyme and mix well (add Parmesan to this if using).
- Place the chicken on a plate nearby the beaten egg and begin dipping the chicken, one piece at a time into the egg.
- Hold the chicken against the side of the bowl for a second or two to let the excess egg drain.
- Next, dredge the chicken in the breadcrumbs and coat evenly.
- Place on a tray, and repeat until all the chicken is coated.
- Put the light olive oil into a frying pan, preferably non-stick and heat over medium high heat.
- Place some chicken tenders into the pan when hot, and cook until golden brown on each side and cooked thoroughly, adding oil as needed. If in doubt, cut into a thicker piece to make sure it is no longer pink in the center.
- Place on a paper towel lined plate, then place on serving plate or in a bowl.
Notes
- Use gluten-free breadcrumbs and flour mix to make this recipe suitable for gluten-free diets.
- Ensure chicken pieces are coated evenly with egg and breadcrumbs for consistent crispiness.
- Cook tenders over medium-high heat until golden and no longer pink inside to guarantee they are fully cooked.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 2Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 529 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1 half breast | |
| Calories | 529kcal | 26% |
| Carbohydrates | 20g | 7% |
| Protein | 32g | 64% |
| Fat | 35g | 54% |
| Saturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4g | 24% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 23g | 115% |
| Trans Fat | 0.03g | 2% |
| Cholesterol | 167mg | 56% |
| Sodium | 405mg | 17% |
| Potassium | 512mg | 11% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 195IU | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 2mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 100mg | 10% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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