A simple and crowd-pleasing recipe for deep-fried chicken tenders. Kids, adults, teens, everyone loves these. Serve with everyone’s favorite dipping sauce and watch ’em disappear.
I highly recommend an electric deep fryer (especially if you love deep frying) but a heavy pot will work just fine.
Coat chicken in flour, then eggs, and then bread crumbs, one piece at a time, and set aside. Heat oil in a deep fryer to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Fry chicken in small batches until the pieces are golden brown, 6 to 8 minutes.
❤️ Why you’ll love this recipe
- The ultimate picky eater recipe! There is not a child alive who doesn’t love chicken tenders. These are about a thousand times better than the frozen ones.
- .Ready in under 45 minutes. Deep frying is one of the fastest ways to get dinner made.
- Very affordable way to make chicken breasts
You’ll need the following
This is an overview of the ingredients. You’ll find the full measurements and instructions in the printable recipe at the bottom of the page.
- chicken breasts, cut into strips
- eggs
- milk
- flour
- panko bread crumbs
- salt
- pepper
- seasoned salt
- peanut oil, for frying
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- A deep fryer (or you can deep fry in a Dutch Oven and monitor the temperature with a candy thermometer.)
- A large plate or baking sheet
- Paper towels
Crispy Deep Fried Chicken Tenders
- 4 large chicken breasts cut into strips
- 2 eggs
- ¼ cup milk
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup panko bread crumbs
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon pepper
- 1 teaspoon seasoned salt
- 1 quart peanut oil for frying
- Prep. Preheat oil in deep fryer to 365℉. Prepare a plate on baking sheet by lining with paper towels.
- Make breading station. Combine eggs and milk in a medium mixing bowl and stir until combined. In a separate large mixing bowl combine the flour, panko, salt, pepper, and seasoned salt.
- Bread the chicken. Bread the chicken by dipping it first in the egg/ milk mixture, then the panko/ flour mixture. Work in batches to avoid the chicken sticking together.
- Fry. Lay the chicken in a single layer in the deep fry basket and lower it into the oil. Deep fry for 5 minutes. Remove basket from oil and remove chicken onto paper-towel lined plate. Serve immediately.
Easy Deep Fried Chicken Tenders
FAQ
How do you know when chicken tenders are done frying?
How long does it take to fry chicken in a deep fryer at 350 degrees?
How long should chicken stay in deep fryer?
How do you know when chicken is done in a deep fryer?
How long to deep fry chicken tenders?
Chicken tenders typically take around 4-6 minutes to deep fry in oil that has been preheated to 350°F. However, it is important to ensure they are cooked all the way through and reach an internal temperature of 165°F for food safety. It is always recommended to use a meat thermometer to check the temperature of the chicken tenders before serving.
How do you cook chicken tenders in a frying pan?
Place the coated chicken tenders on a wire rack to rest (and dry a little bit) while you heat the oil. Fry. In an electric skillet, cast iron skillet, Dutch oven, or deep-fat fryer, heat 2-inches of oil to 375°F. Fry the chicken tenders, a few pieces at a time, for about 3-4 minutes per side. They should look golden brown and crispy!
What temperature do you deep fry chicken tenders?
The ideal temperature for deep frying chicken tenders is around 350-375°F (175-190°C). This high heat ensures that the chicken cooks quickly and the coating becomes crispy without absorbing too much oil. How long should I deep fry chicken tenders? Chicken tenders generally take about 5-7 minutes to deep fry.
How long do you deep fry chicken?
Lay the chicken in a single layer in the deep fry basket and lower it into the oil. Deep fry for 5 minutes. Remove basket from oil and remove chicken onto paper-towel lined plate. Serve immediately. Allow any leftovers to cool to room temperature and store tightly covered in the fridge. Reheat in a 325 degree oven for 5-7 minutes.