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Pecan Crusted Chicken Tenders
Easy pecan crusted chicken tenders are a fun spin on a classic! Toasty pecans in the breading makes these tender and juicy chicken tenders extra crunchy and full of flavor.
👥 6 Servings⏱️ Prep & Cook: 30 min⏳ Prep: 10 min🔥 Cook: 20 min👤 Shelly📖 cookiesandcups
🥘 Ingredients
Check off ingredients as you prepare them:
🍳 Cookware
- blender
- food processor
- bowl
- whisk
- baking sheet
- skillet
- wooden spoon
- oven
📝 Preparation Steps
1
Pat chicken strips dry and season with 1 teaspoon salt and 1 teaspoon pepper. Set aside.
2
Place pecans in a blender or food processor and pulse until they are finely ground.
3
Transfer pecans to a large, shallow bowl and add in parsley, salt, pepper, garlic powder, cayenne, flour, and panko bread crumbs. Stir to evenly combine.
garlic powder1 teaspoon
4
Add the buttermilk and eggs into another shallow bowl. Whisk to combine.
eggs2
5
Dip each piece of chicken into the buttermilk mixture and then press to coat in the pecan mixture. Transfer to a plate.
6
Line a baking sheet with paper towels and set aside.
7
Fill a large skillet with oil until it is 1/4- inch deep. Heat the oil on medium heat until it reaches 350°F (it will shimmer or create bubbles immediately when a wooden spoon handle is placed in the oil). Working in batches, fry the chicken for 4 – ⏱️ 5 minutes on each side until golden. Transfer to the prepared baking sheet and place in the oven to keep warm while you fry the remaining chicken. Watch the heat of the oil, as it can creep up cooking the outside of the chicken too quickly.
8
Serve warm.
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