Breaded Chicken Tenders
Crispy golden chicken tenders served with fresh tomatoes, green onions, and a classic ketchup-mustard dip. A simple, satisfying weeknight dinner.
- Total time
- 30 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 450
- Protein
- 30g

Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken tenders
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 2 medium tomatoes
- 3 stalks green onions
- ¼ cup ketchup
- 2 tbsp mustard
Instructions
- 1
Pat the 1 lb chicken tenders dry with paper towels. Set up a breading station: beat the 2 eggs in a shallow bowl and spread the 1 cup breadcrumbs on a plate.
- 2
Dip each tender into the beaten eggs, letting excess drip off, then press into the breadcrumbs to coat evenly. Place breaded tenders on a plate.
- 3
Heat the 0.5 cup vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering, about 2 minutes. The oil is ready when a breadcrumb sizzles immediately.
- 4
Working in batches, add the breaded tenders in a single layer without crowding. Fry until golden brown and cooked through, about 3-4 minutes per side. The chicken should reach 165°F and the coating should be crispy.
- 5
Transfer cooked tenders to a paper-towel-lined plate to drain. Slice the 2 tomatoes and chop the 3 green onions.
- 6
In a small bowl, mix the 0.25 cup ketchup and 2 tbsp mustard for the dip. Serve the hot tenders with tomatoes, green onions, and the dip on the side.
- 7
Optional: sprinkle with salt, pepper, or paprika before serving if you like extra flavor.
Tools you’ll need
- large skillet
- shallow bowls
- plate
- paper towels
- knife
- cutting board
- small bowl
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