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Chicken Tenders & Fries

Cultural Context

Chicken tenders, often served with fries, are a staple of American fast food and casual dining. They originated as a way to utilize leftover chicken, becoming a beloved dish for both children and adults. Today, they are enjoyed in various forms across the globe, often paired with dipping sauces like honey mustard or barbecue.

AmericanUSmain
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
1 lb chicken breast
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup cornstarch
1 cup breadcrumbs
2 large eggs
1 cup buttermilk
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon paprika
2 cups vegetable oil
2 large potatoes
1 teaspoon seasoned salt

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

buttermilk

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + vinegar

Greek yogurt adds creaminess with fewer calories.

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: none

Whole wheat flour adds fiber and nutrients.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: canola oil

💰Cheaper: none

Canola oil is a healthier fat option.

potatoes

🥗Healthier: sweet potatoes

💰Cheaper: none

Sweet potatoes provide more vitamins and fiber.

1

Cut chicken breast into strips.

2

Marinate chicken in buttermilk for at least 30 minutes.

3

Set up a breading station with flour, beaten eggs, and breadcrumbs in separate bowls.

4

Season flour with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika.

5

Dredge each chicken strip in flour, shaking off excess.

6

Dip the floured chicken in beaten eggs, coating well.

7

Coat chicken in breadcrumbs, pressing to adhere.

8

Heat vegetable oil in a deep fryer to 350°F.

9

Fry chicken tenders in batches until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes.

10

Remove chicken and drain on paper towels.

11

Cut potatoes into fries and soak in water for 30 minutes.

12

Drain and dry potatoes thoroughly.

13

Fry potatoes in batches until golden and crispy, about 4-6 minutes.

14

Season fries with seasoned salt immediately after frying.

Cooking Techniques

marinatingbreadingfrying

Equipment Needed

deep fryermixing bowlstongspaper towelscutting boardknife

Spice Level:

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Allergens

milkeggswheat

Also Known As

Chicken FingersChicken StripsCrispy Chicken Tenders

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