Chicken Tenders Recipe: Crispy, Juicy, and Irresistibly Delicious!

Prepare the Chicken: Cut the chicken breasts into strips, about 1-inch wide.

Set Up the Breading Station:In one bowl, place flour mixed with salt and pepper.In another bowl, beat the eggs.In a third bowl, mix panko breadcrumbs, garlic powder, and paprika.

In one bowl, place flour mixed with salt and pepper.

In another bowl, beat the eggs.

In a third bowl, mix panko breadcrumbs, garlic powder, and paprika.

Bread the Chicken:Dredge each chicken strip in flour, shaking off excess.Dip into the egg mixture, allowing excess to drip off.Finally, coat with the panko mixture, pressing lightly to adhere.

Dredge each chicken strip in flour, shaking off excess.

Dip into the egg mixture, allowing excess to drip off.

Finally, coat with the panko mixture, pressing lightly to adhere.

Cook the Tenders:For frying: Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Fry the tenders until golden and cooked through, about 3-4 minutes per side.For baking: Place on a greased baking sheet and spray the tops with cooking spray. Bake for 15-20 minutes, flipping halfway through.

For frying: Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Fry the tenders until golden and cooked through, about 3-4 minutes per side.

For baking: Place on a greased baking sheet and spray the tops with cooking spray. Bake for 15-20 minutes, flipping halfway through.

Cool and Serve: Allow the chicken tenders to cool for a few minutes. Serve with your favorite dipping sauces.