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Crispy Chicken Tenders

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PREP TIME
30 min
COOKING TIME
30 min
TOTAL TIME
60 min
SERVINGS
8 servings
Dinner
Crispy Chicken Tenders
Ingredients
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • 2 cups Italian-style seasoned bread crumbs
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 24 chicken tenderloins
  • 2 quarts oil for frying
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 3 tablespoons prepared horseradish
  • 3 tablespoons prepared mustard
  • 1 dash Worcestershire sauce
Instructions
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Establish the breading process by setting up three separate stations:
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1. A shallow dish containing flour for coating the chicken pieces.
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2. A second shallow dish combining eggs and water to create a moist layer on the chicken.
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3. A third shallow dish with bread crumbs, ground black pepper, and cayenne pepper blended together for added flavor.
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Dip each chicken piece into the flour, followed by the egg mixture, and then coat with the bread crumb mixture, one piece at a time.
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Prepare the cooking vessel by heating oil in a deep fryer to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
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Cook the chicken pieces in small batches until they achieve a golden brown color, taking around 6 to 8 minutes.
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Remove the fried chicken pieces from the oil and place them on paper towels or a wire rack to drain excess moisture.
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Create the dipping sauce by mixing together mayonnaise, sour cream, horseradish, mustard, and Worcestershire sauce in a small bowl.
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Serve the chicken pieces with the prepared dipping sauce.