Breaded Chicken Tenders

Rating: 4.75 stars
12 Ratings
  • 5 star values: 11
  • 4 star values: 0
  • 3 star values: 0
  • 2 star values: 1
  • 1 star values: 0

Chicken tenders that are just the right size and flavor for kids and adults alike. These tenders are moist and flavorful with breading that never falls off.

By rwoody81

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Recipe Summary

prep:
15 mins
cook:
10 mins
total:
25 mins
Servings:
4
Yield:
4 servings
Nutrition Info
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Ingredients

4
Original recipe yields 4 servings
The ingredient list now reflects the servings specified

Directions

  • Heat oil in a deep-fryer or large saucepan to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

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  • Combine crackers, garlic salt, and ranch dressing mix in a resealable plastic bag; squeeze out excess air and seal the bag. Finely crush crackers with a rolling pin or heavy skillet. Pour 1/3 the crumbs mixture into a large bowl.

  • Pour flour into a bowl. Pour eggs into another bowl.

  • Gently press chicken pieces into flour to coat and shake off excess flour. Dip into beaten egg and press into cracker crumbs. Place the breaded chicken pieces onto a plate while breading the rest.

  • Working in batches, cook breaded chicken in hot oil, turning once, until golden brown, no longer pink in the center, and the juices run clear, about 5 to 7 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

Cook's Note:

For best results, reheat the earliest cooked pieces in the oil for a few seconds just before serving. This avoids serving cold chicken.

Oil that is too hot will cook the crumbs too quickly, making them nearly black before the chicken is cooked thoroughly. Cut a larger piece of chicken in half to verify it is fully cooked.

Nutrition:

The nutrition data for this recipe includes the full amount of the breading ingredients. The actual amount of the breading consumed will vary. We have determined the nutritional value of oil for frying based on a retention value of 10% after cooking. The exact amount will vary depending on cooking time and temperature, ingredient density, and the specific type of oil used.

Nutrition Facts

Per Serving:
504 calories; protein 19.8g; carbohydrates 44g; fat 27g; cholesterol 125.3mg; sodium 2284.7mg. Full Nutrition
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DINA
Rating: 5 stars
07/22/2015
I made this tonight. Incredibly GOOD! Will make this on a refular basis. I can't believe no one has reviewed this before. I used Ritz crackers with vegetable flavor because that Is whar I had. The flavor of the seasonings...garlic salt and a ranch salad dressing packet made this a big hit with my family. The autor of the recipe is right...the cracker crumbs stayed on. Chicken was moist tender and delicious. Read More
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meggan
Rating: 2 stars
04/07/2019
HOLY garlic salt... I only added 1/2 tablespoon of garlic salt it was so salty that even I didn t want to eat it and I love salt. Read More
12 Ratings
  • 5 star values: 11
  • 4 star values: 0
  • 3 star values: 0
  • 2 star values: 1
  • 1 star values: 0
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DINA
Rating: 5 stars
07/21/2015
I made this tonight. Incredibly GOOD! Will make this on a refular basis. I can't believe no one has reviewed this before. I used Ritz crackers with vegetable flavor because that Is whar I had. The flavor of the seasonings...garlic salt and a ranch salad dressing packet made this a big hit with my family. The autor of the recipe is right...the cracker crumbs stayed on. Chicken was moist tender and delicious. Read More
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carriec
Rating: 5 stars
12/02/2015
My kids loved this meal and so did I. It was delicious and crispy. The crackers stayed on and the chicken was juicy inside. I did not use the ranch sauce and it turned out just fine. Read More
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Shannon
Rating: 5 stars
10/25/2015
All of my kids loved it....even the picky ones! I used Ritz crackers and made no changes. This is such a good recipe. Nothing was left over. Read More
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Cristina Angel
Rating: 5 stars
03/16/2018
Wow! I can t believe this recipe doesn t have more reviews! Super easy to make and so delicious! I followed the recipe exactly the way it was written and it came out delicious. And the chicken was super juicy. Amazing! New favorite:) Read More
Cwell
Rating: 5 stars
01/17/2019
Fantastic results. The chicken was crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. I didn t have the ranch dressing mix so I just used salt pepper and seasoned salt. Still delicious. I will definitely make it again. Read More
meggan
Rating: 2 stars
04/07/2019
HOLY garlic salt... I only added 1/2 tablespoon of garlic salt it was so salty that even I didn t want to eat it and I love salt. Read More
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Jennyfer Cilano
Rating: 5 stars
07/08/2019
I made it exactly as written except for the garlic salt - very good Read More
kymlet
Rating: 5 stars
06/28/2020
Tween wanted something different since stay at home and I looked for something to do with a chicken breast. I found this recipe and made it in our deep fryer. Used Marion Kaye 99X spice instead of ranch. He loved it. Thanks, will make this again! Read More
Jessica Bonaiuto
Rating: 5 stars
07/05/2018
Oh so delicous. Of corse its not the healthiest recipe out there but its so good. I made it with thin sliced chicken breast and my entire family loved it including my two picky brothers. Read More
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