How to Make A Mouth-Watering Dish
Chicken tenders have become one of the most popular comfort foods around the world.
Whether you enjoy them as a quick dinner or a party snack, we don’t deny the irresistible taste and satisfying crunch that comes with biting into a crispy and juicy dish.
Let us show in Wellix you how to make one of the best chicken tenders you’ve ever tasted.
We’ll provide you with an easy-to-follow recipe, some variations to try, and even some history and fun facts about this beloved dish.
Recipe
Ingredients
To make the perfect dish, you’ll need the following ingredients:
- 1 pound chicken breast, cut into strips
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 eggs
- 1/4 cup milk
- 2 cups panko bread crumbs
- Cooking oil (enough to cover them)
Note: You can easily modify this recipe if you have any dietary restrictions. For example, you can use gluten-free flour and bread crumbs, or substitute almond milk for regular milk.
Preparation
1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. In a shallow dish, mix the flour, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
3. Take another shallow dish, whisk together the eggs and milk.
4. Use a third shallow dish, pour the panko bread crumbs.
5. Dip each chicken strip in the flour mixture, then in the egg mixture, and finally in the bread crumbs, making sure they are fully coated.
6. Place the breaded chicken strips on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
7. Let rest your dish for at least 15 minutes before cooking. This will help the bread stick to the chicken and make it crispy.
Cooking
If using an oven:
- Bake all the ones you got for 18-20 minutes, or until they are golden brown and crispy.
If using a deep fryer:
- Heat the oil to 375°F (190°C).
- Carefully place them in the hot oil, a few at a time.
- Fry them for 3-4 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through.
Or to use a skillet:
- Heat a few tablespoons of oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Once the oil is hot, add the them and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side, until they are golden brown and cooked through.
Variations of Chicken Tenders
While they are delicious on their own, there are many variations you can try to spice things up.
Here are a few ideas:
Buffalo Chicken Tenders: Mix some hot sauce, melted butter, and honey.
Dip the cooked chicken tenders in the sauce and serve with blue cheese or ranch dressing.
Parmesan Chicken Tenders: Add 1/2 cup of grated parmesan cheese to the breadcrumb mixture.
Sprinkle some extra parmesan on top of the cooked chicken tenders before serving.
Taco Chicken Tenders: Add some taco seasoning to the flour mixture.
Serve the cooked chicken tenders with guacamole, salsa, and sour cream.
BBQ Chicken Tenders: Brush the cooked chicken tenders with your favorite BBQ sauce.
Serve with coleslaw and baked beans.
History of Chicken Tenders
Their origin is not entirely clear, but they are believed to have been created in the United States during the 1970s.
Chicken tenders were first made in Manchester, New Hampshire at the Puritan Backroom in 1974.
Restaurants in Savannah, Georgia, and Baton Rouge, Louisiana have challenged this claim with later assertions of the invention of this type of poultry, although the consensus supports the claim in Manchester.
At the time, fast-food restaurants were becoming more popular, and they were looking for ways to offer customers something new and exciting.
They were a hit, and they quickly became a popular item on the menus of fast-food chains.
Today, this dish can be found on the menu of almost every fast-food restaurant, and they are a popular item in many households as well.
Fun Facts about Chicken Tenders
Here are some fun facts that you may not know about:
- Chicken tenders are sometimes referred to as chicken fingers or chicken strips.
- In the United States, National Chicken Tender Day is celebrated on July 27th.
- The largest chicken tender ever made weighed 1.32 pounds and was created in Texas in 2019.
- In 2015, a woman in Kansas City sold a McDonald’s chicken McNugget that resembled George Washington for $8,100 on eBay.
- The record for the most chicken nuggets eaten in three minutes is 760.
Crispy n’ Delicious
Chicken tenders are easy and delicious comfort food that can be enjoyed by people of all ages.
With just a few simple ingredients and some basic cooking skills, you can make a batch of crispy and juicy chicken tenders that will leave you and your guests wanting more.
Follow this recipe and experiment with different variations to make chicken tenders tailored to your taste preferences.
And, with the history and fun facts we shared, you can impress your friends and family with your knowledge of this beloved dish.
So, what are you waiting for?
Grab some chicken, flour, and bread crumbs, and start making your delicious chicken tenders today!