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Crispy chicken tenders and oven fries served on a white plate with dipping sauce.

Crispy Chicken Tenders and Fries

ZikoWilson
Treat yourself and your loved ones to these crispy chicken tenders and fries. They’re easy to prepare, loaded with flavor, and deliver a comforting balance of savory goodness, all while being simple enough for a quick weeknight meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Main Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 520 kcal

Equipment

  • Large bowl
  • Shallow bowls (for flour and eggs)
  • Baking sheets or air fryer
  • Meat thermometer (to confirm 165°F internal temperature)

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken:

  • 1 ½ pounds chicken breast cut into tenders
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour substitute gluten-free flour if needed
  • 2 eggs whisked
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon paprika optional for color and mild heat
  • Cooking spray or 1 tablespoon avocado oil for baking or air frying

For the Fries:

  • 2 large russet potatoes cut into ¼-inch strips
  • 1 tablespoon avocado oil or olive oil
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper

Instructions
 

Prep and Preheat

  • Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) if baking, or preheat your air fryer to 400°F according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
  • Pat the chicken tenders dry with a paper towel.

Season the Flour

  • In a shallow bowl, combine the flour, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. Stir well.
    Bowls of whisked eggs, seasoned flour, and raw chicken strips ready for coating.

Dip and Coat

  • Crack two eggs into a separate bowl and whisk thoroughly.
  • Dip each chicken tender into the whisked eggs, shaking off any excess.
    Chicken strip being coated in a seasoned flour mix after an egg dip.
  • Dredge the tenders in the seasoned flour mixture, ensuring an even coating.

Prepare the Fries

  • Rinse and pat dry the cut potatoes.
  • In a large bowl, toss them with avocado oil, salt, and black pepper.

Baking

  • Chicken: Place the coated chicken on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Spray or lightly drizzle with oil.
  • Fries: Arrange the seasoned fries on a separate baking sheet or on the same sheet if space allows (keeping a little distance to avoid overcrowding).
  • Bake: Put both sheets in the preheated oven. Cook the chicken and fries for about 10–12 minutes.
  • Flip and Continue: Remove the pans, flip the chicken and the fries, then return them to the oven for another 8–10 minutes or until chicken is golden and the fries are crisp. Make sure the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).

Serve and Enjoy

  • Plate the chicken tenders and fries together. Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauces like ketchup, ranch, or honey mustard.
    Close-up view of a crispy chicken tender’s golden coating.

Notes

Nutrition Information (Per Serving)

SERVING: 235g | CALORIES: 520kcal | CARBOHYDRATES: 40g | PROTEIN: 35g | FAT: 20g | SATURATED FAT: 4g | TRANS FAT: 0g | CHOLESTEROL: 115mg | SODIUM: 950mg | FIBER: 4g | SUGAR: 1g
(Note: Nutrition facts may vary based on specific products used.)

Recipe Notes

  • Storage & Reheating: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven or air fryer at 350°F (175°C) for 5–7 minutes until warmed through.
  • Variations:
    • Add cayenne pepper or chili flakes for extra heat.
    • Use sweet potatoes for a naturally sweet contrast.

Pro Tip

  • Flipping the chicken tenders and fries halfway ensures even browning and crispiness.
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