Minified Chicken Tenders

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-02 · Updated 2026-04-02

Crispy, bite-sized chicken tenders with concentrated flavor, mirroring JSON's efficient minification—ready in 30 minutes. This American-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs chicken breasts, all-purpose flour, garlic powder for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 300 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 1 lb, cut into 1-inch strips chicken breasts
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 1/2 tsp paprika
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 2, beaten eggs
• 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
• 2 tbsp olive oil

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a shallow dish, combine 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, 1/2 tsp paprika, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
2. Step 2: Dip chicken strips first into flour mixture, shaking off excess, then into beaten eggs, and finally into 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs, pressing gently to adhere.
3. Step 3: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
4. Step 4: Add chicken tenders in a single layer and cook 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy, turning once, until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).