Chicken tenders and fries are a classic comfort food combination loved by people of all ages. The chicken tenders, seasoned and breaded to perfection, are crispy on the outside while remaining juicy and tender on the inside. Paired with golden, crispy fries, this dish is both satisfying and easy to prepare. Whether served with ketchup, barbecue sauce, or honey mustard, chicken tenders and fries make for a delightful meal that’s perfect for a quick weeknight dinner, a casual gathering, or a family-friendly meal.
Chicken Tenders and Fries Recipe
Whether served with ketchup, barbecue sauce, or honey mustard, chicken tenders and fries make for a delightful meal that's perfect for a quick weeknight dinner, a casual gathering, or a family-friendly meal.
Ingredients
For the Chicken Tenders
For the Fries
Instructions
1. Prepare the Chicken Tenders:
- In a shallow bowl, mix the flour, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- In another bowl, beat the eggs.
- In a third bowl, combine the breadcrumbs (or panko) with the grated Parmesan cheese.
- Dredge each chicken strip in the flour mixture, then dip it into the beaten eggs, and finally coat it with the breadcrumb mixture.
- Heat oil in a large frying pan over medium heat.
- Fry the chicken tenders in batches, cooking for about 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
- Transfer the chicken tenders to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
2. Prepare the Fries:
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) or heat oil for frying to 350°F (175°C).
- Peel the potatoes (if desired) and cut them into thin strips.
- If baking, toss the potato strips in olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
- Spread the potatoes in a single layer on a baking sheet and bake for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and crispy.
- For frying: Fry the potato strips in batches until golden brown, then drain on paper towels.
3. Serve:
- Serve the chicken tenders with the fries immediately.
- Offer a variety of dipping sauces like ketchup, ranch, honey mustard, or barbecue sauce.
Servings 3
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 880kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 41g64%
- Cholesterol 60mg20%
- Sodium 1990mg83%
- Total Carbohydrate 57g19%
- Protein 33g66%
- Calcium 400 mg
- Iron 2 mg
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
- Chicken Tenders: Use boneless, skinless chicken breast strips for the best results. You can also buy pre-cut chicken tenders.
- Seasoning: Season the chicken with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika for a flavorful crust. For extra heat, add a pinch of cayenne pepper.
- Breading: A combination of flour, eggs, and breadcrumbs (or panko) creates a crispy coating. For added flavor, mix some grated Parmesan into the breadcrumbs.
- Fries: You can use frozen fries for convenience, or make them from scratch by cutting potatoes into strips, seasoning them, and frying or baking until golden.
- Dipping Sauces: Popular choices include ketchup, ranch, honey mustard, and barbecue sauce.