Best 8 Crunchy Chicken Tenders Recipes

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Searching for the ultimate crunchy chicken tender recipe that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more? Get ready to embark on a culinary adventure as we unveil the secrets to achieving the perfect balance of crispy coating and juicy, flavorful chicken. With a few simple tips and tricks, you'll be able to create restaurant-quality chicken tenders right in your own kitchen. So, put on your apron, gather your ingredients, and let's dive into the world of crispy, golden-brown chicken tenders!

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CRUNCHY CHICKEN TENDERS



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This chicken is dipped in crushed cereal, then baked. A delicious alternative to fried chicken with a great crunch!

Provided by Tess

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Baked and Roasted

Time 30m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 9

cooking spray
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 pinch dried basil
1 pinch chili powder
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 egg
1 tablespoon water
3 cups crushed cornflakes
6 skinless, boneless chicken tenders

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Coat a baking sheet with cooking spray.
  • Mix flour, basil, chili powder, salt, and pepper together in a bowl. Mix egg and water together in another bowl. Pour crushed cereal into a third bowl.
  • Dip each tender in the flour mixture first, shaking off excess. Dip in egg and then in crushed cereal. Place on the prepared baking sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until browned and no longer pink in the centers, 10 to 12 minutes on each side.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 402.5 calories, Carbohydrate 43.3 g, Cholesterol 186.9 mg, Fat 7 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 41.2 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 503.6 mg, Sugar 4.7 g

CRUNCHY PARMESAN CHICKEN TENDERS



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Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     appetizer

Time 27m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 tablespoons plus 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 cup buttermilk
1 1/2 pounds chicken tenders (about 18)
3 large garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
Freshly ground black pepper
1 1/4 cups freshly grated Parmesan
3/4 cup Italian-style seasoned bread crumbs

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 500 degrees F.
  • Brush 1 tablespoon of oil over each of 2 heavy large lined baking sheets. Place the buttermilk in a large bowl. Add the chicken tenders and stir to coat. Let stand at least 15 minutes and up to 30 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, mash the garlic with the salt in a medium bowl. Whisk in the vinegar and then the remaining 1/2 cup of oil. Season the vinaigrette, to taste, with pepper. Transfer the vinaigrette to a small serving bowl.
  • Stir the Parmesan and bread crumbs in a pie dish. Remove the chicken tenders from the buttermilk and dredge them in the bread crumb mixture to coat completely, pressing to adhere. Arrange the coated chicken tenders on the prepared baking sheets, spacing evenly. Drizzle the remaining 2 tablespoons of oil over the chicken tenders and bake until they are cooked through and golden brown, about 12 minutes.
  • Transfer the chicken tenders to a platter and serve the vinaigrette alongside for dipping.

CRUNCHY RANCH CHICKEN TENDERS



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My kids will love these tasty homemade ranch chicken tenders!

Provided by Anonymous

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Land O'Lakes, Inc.

Time 30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

⅔ cup corn flake cereal crumbs*
½ cup all-purpose flour
2 Land O'Lakes® Eggs, slightly beaten
1 (1 ounce) package dry ranch-flavored dressing mix
1 pound boneless skinless chicken tenders
3 squares Land O'Lakes® Garlic & Herb Saute Express®
Ranch dressing

Steps:

  • Place corn flake crumbs, flour and eggs each into individual shallow bowls. Add ranch dressing mix to flour; stir until combined.
  • Coat each chicken tender with flour mixture, shaking off excess. Dip into beaten egg. Press into corn flake crumbs.
  • Melt Saute Express® squares in 12-inch nonstick skillet over medium-low heat just until bubbles begin to form.
  • Place coated chicken tenders into skillet. Cook, turning occasionally, 10-12 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink.
  • Serve with ranch dressing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 345.5 calories, Carbohydrate 21.9 g, Cholesterol 146.4 mg, Fat 13.7 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 30.1 g, SaturatedFat 5.7 g, Sodium 793 mg, Sugar 1.1 g

CRUNCHY QUINOA-CRUSTED CHICKEN TENDERS



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Provided by Catherine McCord

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 1/2 cups cooked quinoa
1/2 cup breadcrumbs
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon paprika
2 large eggs
2 pounds chicken tenders or chicken breasts cut into strips
Olive oil, for cooking
Lemon Yogurt Dipping Sauce, recipe follows
Roasted Cauliflower, recipe follows
1 cup plain Greek yogurt
Juice of 1 lemon
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
4 cups cauliflower cut into florets (yellow, purple, white and green)
2 tablespoon olive oil
Kosher salt

Steps:

  • Pour the quinoa onto a towel and blot to remove any excess moisture.
  • Combine quinoa, breadcrumbs, salt, garlic powder and paprika in a shallow bowl. Whisk the eggs together in another shallow bowl. Dip the chicken into the egg, and then into the quinoa mixture, pressing evenly to coat.
  • Add a thin coat of olive oil to large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken in batches and cook until quinoa is golden and chicken is cooked through, 4 to 5 minutes on each side. Serve with lemon yogurt dipping sauce and roasted cauliflower on the side.
  • Combine the yogurt, lemon juice, parsley, mustard, garlic powder and salt in a bowl and mix well.
  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
  • Place cauliflower on a baking sheet, drizzle with olive oil and toss to coat. Sprinkle with salt. Bake until golden, 35 to 40 minutes.

CRUNCHY GLUTEN-FREE CHICKEN TENDERS



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Rice Chex cereal crushes up into a crunchy coating for this easy chicken dinner. Serve with mashed potatoes and green beans for the full Southern experience.

Provided by Amy Shirley

Categories     HarperCollins     Dinner     Small Plates     Kid-Friendly     Chicken     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Soy Free     Dairy Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Fry     Deep-Fry

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cups gluten-free Rice Chex cereal
1 cup Amy's Gluten-Free Mix or store-bought gluten-free flour
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
2 large eggs
1 pound chicken tenderloins
3 cups vegetable oil

Steps:

  • Using your hands, crush the Chex into a large bowl, and add the gluten-free mix and the salt and pepper. Pour this mixture into a large roasting pan.
  • In a large bowl, whisk the eggs, and then dump the chicken pieces into the eggs.
  • Heat the oil in a large heavy skillet to 350°F. Place a brown paper bag on the counter next to where you are working so you can easily put the chicken on it to drain when you are done frying.
  • One piece at a time, dredge the chicken in the flour coating. I like to really press the coating onto the chicken so it gets a super crunchy bite. Start by frying one piece at a time. Remove from the oil after 3 to 4 minutes, when the tenders are golden brown. Place on the brown paper bag. Repeat, frying no more than 4 tenders at a time.
  • Serve with mashed potatoes and green beans.

CRUNCHY CHICKEN TENDERS WITH HERB-BUTTERMILK DRESSING



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Inspired by hot wings, these crunchy treats use breast meat for lean protein and skinless cuts for less fat.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Appetizers

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 cup buttermilk
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breast, pounded to even thickness, cut into strips
2 cups whole wheat breadcrumbs
Olive oil, for drizzling
1/3 cup buttermilk
3 tablespoons 2% Greek yogurt
1 tablespoons chives, minced
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1 tablespoon blue cheese, crumbled (optional)
4 stalks celery, cut into sticks
2 romaine hearts, quartered
Hot sauce to taste

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400 degrees. Line a baking sheet with a wire rack. Combine buttermilk, mustard, salt, and cayenne in a nonreactive dish. Dip chicken in mixture and transfer to dish with breadcrumbs, pressing to coat. Transfer to baking sheet. Drizzle with oil. Bake until golden and chicken is cooked through, about 16 minutes. Season with salt.
  • Meanwhile, combine buttermilk, yogurt, chives, and salt in a bowl for dressing. (Add 1 Tbsp. crumbled blue cheese, if desired.)
  • Serve chicken with dressing, celery, romaine hearts, and hot sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 416 g, Cholesterol 129 g, Fat 2 g, Protein 17 g, Sodium 729 g

CRUNCHY OVEN-BAKED CHICKEN TENDERS



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I am always asked to make these baked chicken tenders when we're invited out! This can be used as a main dish or an appetizer, so the serving size can vary. Add your favorite sauce. It is a great finger food!

Provided by JeanLois

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Baked and Roasted     Breasts

Time 30m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 6

⅔ cup mayonnaise
2 teaspoons dry mustard
2 teaspoons onion flakes
1 cup butter cracker crumbs
2 tablespoons sesame seeds
½ pound chicken tenders

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Grease a baking sheet.
  • Combine mayonnaise, dry mustard, and onion flakes in a shallow bowl; mix well. Combine cracker crumbs and sesame seeds in a resealable plastic bag.
  • Dip each chicken tender into the mayonnaise mixture, then place in the plastic bag. Seal the bag and shake until chicken is coated in the crumb mixture. Place on the prepared baking sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until chicken is no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, about 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 868.6 calories, Carbohydrate 26.7 g, Cholesterol 113.1 mg, Fat 72.7 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 28.9 g, SaturatedFat 12.2 g, Sodium 670.5 mg, Sugar 3.3 g

CRUNCHY BAKED CHICKEN TENDERS



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Crispy, better than fried, and made with a few, simple ingredients makes this the recipe for me.

Provided by Paula Todora

Categories     Chicken

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 large boneless, skinless chicken breast halves
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1/4 c flour
6 Tbsp butter, melted
2 c corn flake crumbs

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Spray a nonstick baking sheet with nonstick cooking spray.
  • 2. Cut chicken into strips. Season with salt and pepper.
  • 3. Dip each strip into flour then into melted butter. Dip into corn flake crumbs. Place on prepared pan and bake 20-25 minutes, until chicken is crispy on the outside and cooked through.

Tips:

  • To ensure crispy chicken tenders, use a combination of all-purpose flour and cornstarch in the breading mixture. The cornstarch will help create a crunchy coating.
  • Use buttermilk to marinate the chicken tenders. Buttermilk helps tenderize the chicken and adds flavor.
  • Be sure to double coat the chicken tenders in the breading mixture. This will help ensure that the coating stays on during frying.
  • Fry the chicken tenders in hot oil. This will help create a crispy coating and prevent the chicken from becoming greasy.
  • Serve the chicken tenders with your favorite dipping sauce. Some popular choices include ranch dressing, honey mustard, and barbecue sauce.

Conclusion:

Crunchy chicken tenders are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal or for a fun party appetizer. With a few simple tips, you can make sure that your chicken tenders turn out crispy and delicious every time.

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