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Crispy Chicken Tenders with Mashed Potatoes

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Crispy Chicken Tenders with Mashed Potatoes is a classic comfort meal featuring juicy, golden-breaded chicken paired with smooth, buttery mashed potatoes for a satisfying homemade dinner.

  • Author: Julia
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Frying or Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Halal

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 lb chicken tenders
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • 1 1/2 cups breadcrumbs or panko
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Oil for frying or baking
  • 2 lb potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 1/2 cup milk or cream
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt (for potatoes)
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper (for potatoes)

Instructions

  1. Place the potatoes in a large pot of salted water and bring to a boil. Cook until fork-tender, about 15–20 minutes.
  2. While the potatoes cook, season the chicken tenders with salt, black pepper, paprika, and garlic powder.
  3. Set up a breading station with flour in one bowl, beaten eggs in another, and breadcrumbs in a third.
  4. Dredge each chicken tender in flour, dip into the eggs, then coat evenly with breadcrumbs.
  5. Fry the chicken in hot oil until golden brown and cooked through, or bake at 425°F (220°C) for 20–25 minutes, flipping once.
  6. Drain the cooked potatoes and mash with butter and milk until smooth.
  7. Season the mashed potatoes with salt and black pepper and adjust texture as desired.
  8. Serve the crispy chicken tenders hot alongside the mashed potatoes.

Notes

  • Baking or air-frying the chicken is a lighter alternative to frying.
  • Press breadcrumbs firmly onto chicken to prevent them from falling off.
  • Parmesan can be added to breadcrumbs for extra flavor.
  • Roasted garlic or sour cream adds richness to mashed potatoes.

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