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Breaded Chicken Tenders

Name: Breaded Chicken Tenders
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 25 min
Ingredients: 2 cups vegetable oil for frying; 6 ounces buttery crackers (such as Town House®); 1 tablespoon garlic salt; 1 (1 ounce) package ranch dressing mix; ⅔ cup all-purpose flour; 2 eggs, beaten; 2 medium skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, cut into 1-inch pieces

Rating: 4.73 stars

11 Ratings
8 Reviews
5 Photos

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

Recipe Summary

prep:

15 mins

cook:

10 mins

total:

25 mins

Servings:

Nutrition Info

Ingredients

Original recipe yields 4 servings

The ingredient list now reflects the servings specified

2 cups vegetable oil for frying
6 ounces buttery crackers (such as Town House®)
1 tablespoon garlic salt
1 (1 ounce) package ranch dressing mix
⅔ cup all-purpose flour
2 eggs, beaten
2 medium skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, cut into 1-inch pieces

Directions

Step 1

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

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Step 2

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.
Step 3

Pour flour into a bowl. Pour eggs into another bowl.
Step 4

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.
Step 5

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; 27 g total fat; 125 mg cholesterol; 2285 mg sodium. 44 g carbohydrates; 19.8 g protein; Full Nutrition

Reviews (8)

Most helpful positive review

DINA

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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(5)

Most helpful critical review

meggan

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

11 Ratings

5 star values: 10
4 star values: 0
3 star values: 0
2 star values: 1
1 star values: 0

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DINA

07/21/2015

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(5)

DINA

07/21/2015

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(5)

carriec

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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(1)

Shannon

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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(1)

Cristina Angel

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

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

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

Jennyfer Cilano

07/08/2019

I made it exactly as written except for the garlic salt - very good Read More

Jessica Bonaiuto

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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Nutritional Information

Breaded Chicken Tenders

Servings Per Recipe: 4
Calories: 504

% Daily Value *

total fat: 42 %

saturated fat:

cholesterol: 42 %

sodium: 91 %

potassium: 5 %

carbohydrates: 14 %

fiber: 5 %

sugar:

protein: 40 %

exchange other carbs:

vitamin a iu:

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*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-)Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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DINA

07/21/2015

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(5)

DINA

07/21/2015

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(5)

carriec

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.

Helpful

(1)

Shannon

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.

Helpful

(1)

Cristina Angel

03/16/2018

Cwell

01/17/2019

meggan

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.

Jennyfer Cilano

07/08/2019

I made it exactly as written except for the garlic salt - very good

Jessica Bonaiuto

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.