Description
Ketchup Chips Chicken Tenders are a delightful twist on a classic favorite, combining the crispy crunch of ketchup-flavored chips with juicy chicken. These tenders are not just easy to make but also pack a flavorful punch that will have everyone coming back for more. Perfect for family dinners or game nights, this recipe guarantees smiles and satisfaction with every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup ketchup chips
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp pepper
- 1 cup canola oil (for frying)
Instructions
- Cut chicken breasts into strips and pat dry.
- Set up dredging stations: one bowl with flour mixed with salt and pepper, another with whisked eggs, and a third bowl with crushed ketchup chips.
- Coat each chicken strip in flour, dip in eggs, then roll in crushed chips.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Fry coated chicken strips for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
- Drain on paper towels and serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 tenders (150g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, consider marinating the chicken before coating it. - Feel free to substitute ketchup chips with barbecue or ranch-flavored chips for variety. - To keep tenders crispy when reheating, use an oven set at 350°F for about 10 minutes.