CRUNCHY QUINOA-CRUSTED CHICKEN TENDERS

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Crunchy Quinoa-Crusted Chicken Tenders image

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.

Loginmohamed Awny
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These chicken tenders were a great way to use up some leftover quinoa. The crust was crispy and the chicken was juicy. I will definitely be making these again.


Amen Ray
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These chicken tenders were absolutely delicious! The quinoa crust was crispy and flavorful, and the chicken was juicy and tender. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


John Wadih
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These chicken tenders were a bit too dry for my taste. I think I would have preferred to cook them for a shorter amount of time.


Ruth Ruthie
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I'm not a big fan of quinoa, but I really enjoyed these chicken tenders. The crust was crispy and flavorful, and the chicken was cooked perfectly. I would definitely make these again.


Kaley Owens
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These chicken tenders were easy to make and they turned out delicious! The quinoa crust added a nice crunch and the chicken was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making these again.


Izba Shah
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I made these chicken tenders according to the recipe and they turned out great! The quinoa crust was crispy and flavorful, and the chicken was juicy and tender. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Jared Schrack
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These chicken tenders were a bit too crispy for my taste. I think I would have preferred a softer crust. The chicken was cooked perfectly, though.


DAVID WANJOHI
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I made these chicken tenders for a party and they were a big hit! Everyone loved the crispy quinoa crust and the tender chicken. I will definitely be making these again.


Aishe Aishe
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These chicken tenders were a great way to use up some leftover quinoa. The crust was crispy and the chicken was juicy. I will definitely be making these again.


Nasubuga Flavia
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I followed the recipe exactly and the chicken tenders turned out perfectly! The quinoa crust was crispy and flavorful, and the chicken was juicy and tender. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


NH GAMER
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These chicken tenders were a bit of a disappointment. The quinoa crust was not as crispy as I had hoped, and the chicken was a bit dry. I think I'll try a different recipe next time.


MuddaSir Nawaz
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I made these chicken tenders for my kids and they loved them! They said they were the best chicken tenders they've ever had. I'm glad I found this recipe.


sami dan
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These chicken tenders were so easy to make and they turned out so well! I loved the crunch of the quinoa crust and the chicken was so juicy. I will definitely be making these again.


Parsant Bc
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I'm not usually a fan of quinoa, but I really enjoyed these chicken tenders. The crust was crispy and flavorful, and the chicken was cooked perfectly.


Zaki Samo
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These chicken tenders were a hit with my family! The quinoa crust was crispy and flavorful, and the chicken was juicy and tender. I will definitely be making these again.