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Crispy Cajun Chicken Tenders

Delicious and crispy chicken tenders seasoned with Cajun spices, perfect for a family meal or as a finger food for parties. Enjoy these golden-brown, full-flavored morsels and forget about store-bought blandness!
5
45 min
TOTAL TIME
891
CALORIES
$3.45
PER SERVING
Crispy Cajun Chicken Tenders
Ingredients
9 INGREDIENTS
4 SERVINGS
Cajun Seasoning
2 tbsp cajun seasoning
Onion Powder
1/2 tsp onion powder
Hot Sauce
1 tbsp hot sauce
Eggs
2 large eggs
Water
1 tbsp water
Refined Coconut Oil
3 cups refined coconut oil
Garlic Powder
1/2 tsp garlic powder
All-purpose Flour
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts
2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts
cut into tenders
Directions
8 STEPS
15 min
PREP TIME
30 min
COOK TIME
45 min
TOTAL TIME
1
In a large, shallow bowl, mix together the flour, Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, and onion powder.
2
In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, hot sauce, and water.
3
Coat each chicken tender in the flour mixture, then dip it into the egg mixture, and finally coat it again in the flour mixture, pressing firmly so the breading adheres. Set breaded tenders aside on a plate.
4
Allow the breaded chicken to rest for 3-4 minutes so the coating sets.
5
In a 12-inch skillet, pour the refined coconut oil to a depth of 2 inches and heat over medium-high heat until it reaches 375°F.
6
Carefully add three to four chicken tenders to the skillet and fry until golden brown on one side, about 5 minutes. Turn the tenders and continue frying until the other side is also golden brown, about 6-7 minutes.
7
Place cooked tenders on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil. Repeat the process for the remaining chicken tenders, adjusting the heat as needed to prevent oil from smoking or chicken from cooking too slowly.
8
Serve hot and enjoy your delicious Crispy Cajun Chicken Tenders!
Health Info
Macros
37g
CARBS
55g
FAT
56g
PROTEIN
Allowed on these diets
LACTOSE FREE
Contains these allergens
EGGS
WHEAT
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best dipping sauce for chicken tenders?
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