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Crispy Chicken Tenders Recipe Easy Herb-Seasoned Crunch Perfect

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Golden, crispy chicken tenders with a flavorful herb-seasoned crust that are quick and easy to make, perfect for family dinners or snacks.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 pounds chicken tenders, trimmed of excess fat (fresh or thawed if frozen)
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour (120g)
  • 2 large eggs, beaten, room temperature
  • 1.5 cups panko breadcrumbs (150g)
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 1 tsp dried parsley
  • 2 tbsp finely chopped fresh parsley
  • 2 tbsp finely chopped fresh rosemary
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ½ tsp freshly ground black pepper
  • 3 tbsp olive oil or avocado oil

Instructions

  1. Pat the chicken tenders dry with paper towels to help the coating stick better (about 5 minutes).
  2. Set up dredging stations: place flour in the first shallow bowl, beaten eggs in the second, and mix panko breadcrumbs with dried herbs, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and fresh chopped herbs in the third (10 minutes).
  3. Dredge each tender in flour, shaking off excess, dip into beaten eggs, then coat thoroughly with the herb-seasoned panko mixture, pressing lightly to help crumbs adhere (10-15 minutes).
  4. Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat until shimmering but not smoking (about 3-4 minutes).
  5. Fry tenders in batches without crowding the pan, cooking about 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) (8-10 minutes per batch).
  6. Remove tenders with tongs and place on a wire rack set over a baking sheet to drain excess oil and keep crisp; avoid stacking.
  7. Let tenders rest for a minute or two before serving to allow juices to redistribute.

Notes

Pat chicken dry for crispiness. Press crumbs firmly to adhere. Maintain medium oil temperature to avoid burning or greasiness. Use a wire rack to drain for best crispness. Cook until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). For gluten-free, substitute gluten-free flour and panko. Oven-baking and air fryer adaptations available.

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