Garlic Parmesan Chicken Tenders are panko-crusted fried chicken tenders finished with a creamy garlic parmesan mayo coating. The result is a crunchy, cheesy main dish that balances crispy texture with savory, rich flavor in under 30 minutes.
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Place chicken tenderloins in a large tray and season generously with all-purpose seasoning. Toss to coat evenly.
Set up a three-stage breading station: one tray with all-purpose flour, a second with whisked eggs, and a third with panko breadcrumbs.
Dredge each seasoned tender in flour, then dip in the egg wash, and finally press firmly into the panko breadcrumbs to coat completely.
In a large skillet, heat about 1-2 inches of cooking oil over medium-high heat.
Carefully place the breaded chicken tenders in the hot oil. Fry for 3-4 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through.
Remove the cooked tenders from the skillet and place them on a wire rack to drain.
In a medium bowl, combine mayonnaise, chopped parsley, garlic powder, red pepper flakes, and black pepper.
Add the grated parmesan cheese to the bowl.
Whisk all sauce ingredients together until well combined and creamy.
Using a pastry brush, generously coat each fried chicken tender with the garlic parmesan sauce.
Serve immediately and enjoy.
Store coated tenders in an airtight container in the refrigerator up to 3 days; reheat in a 350°F oven for 8–10 minutes to restore crispness.
deep frying thermometer · wire rack
Yes. Pound chicken breasts to ½-inch thickness or cut them lengthwise into tender-sized strips before breading.
Toss the hot fried tenders in the sauce just before serving, or serve the sauce on the side for dipping to maintain maximum crispness.
Yes. Spray breaded tenders with cooking oil and bake at 400°F for 12–15 minutes until golden, though they won't be as crispy as fried.
Refrigerate coated tenders in an airtight container up to 3 days. Reheat in a 350°F oven for 8–10 minutes to restore crispness.
Yes. Mix mayonnaise, garlic powder, and parsley up to 2 days in advance and store refrigerated; add red pepper flakes just before serving.
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