Saltine Crusted Chicken Tenders - Easy Quick Interesting Food Recipe for Dinner

Who says weeknight dinners have to be boring? If you’re tired of the same ol’ chicken routine, it’s time to shake things up with these Saltine Crusted Chicken Tenders — crispy, juicy, and bursting with flavor. This is one of those Quick Meals that looks fancy but comes together in record time. Perfect for busy nights when you want something that tastes like you actually tried (even if you didn’t spend hours in the kitchen).

Here’s the deal: you start with tender chicken strips, season them with salt, pepper, garlic powder, a bit of poultry seasoning, and — my secret weapon — a sprinkle of chicken bouillon. Trust me, it gives that extra punch of flavor that’ll have everyone asking, “What’s your secret?” Coat those beauties in crushed saltine crackers and fry until golden brown perfection. The result? A crunchy outside and a tender, flavorful inside that’ll make any Diner jealous.

You can serve these Chicken Tenders with a side of fries, a quick salad, or even throw them into wraps for lunch the next day. (FYI, they reheat surprisingly well in an air fryer!) Whether you’re cooking for picky eaters or just need something fast and delicious, this one’s a total win.

If you love exploring Chicken Dishes Recipes or collecting Interesting Food Recipes to impress your friends, add this to your list ASAP. It’s simple, satisfying, and downright addictive — the kind of Food To Make when you want comfort without the fuss. So grab that sleeve of saltines and get frying — because this just might become your new favorite go-to in the world of Chicken Dishes and all-time classic Food Dishes.

Saltine Crusted Chicken Tenders

Easy Quick Interesting Food Recipe for Dinner

Course: Main Course

Prep Time: 25 minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes

Total Time: 45 minutes

Servings: 5

Calories: 466 kcal

Author: Aleda

Ingredients

• 2 lbs chicken tenderloins
• ½ tsp salt
• ½ tsp black pepper
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• ¼ tsp poultry seasoning
• 1 chicken bouillon cube, crushed (or 1 tsp chicken bouillon powder)
• 2 sleeves of saltine crackers (approx. 72 crackers)
• 2 large eggs, beaten smooth
• ½ cup all-purpose flour
• Vegetable or peanut oil, for frying

Instructions

1. Season the Chicken: In a small bowl, combine the salt, black pepper, garlic powder, poultry seasoning, and crushed chicken bouillon. Place the chicken tenders in a large bowl or resealable bag, pour in the seasoning mix, and toss until every piece is coated. Let them sit for 20 minutes to soak up the flavors.
2. Prep the Cracker Coating: Crush the saltines finely using a food processor, chopper, or by putting them in a zip-top bag and smashing with a rolling pin until you have a fine crumb.
3. Set Up the Dredging Station: Arrange three shallow bowls — one with flour, one with the beaten eggs, and one with the crushed crackers.
4. Coat the Chicken: Roll each tender in the flour first. Next, dip it in the eggs, letting any extra drip off. Finally, press the chicken into the crushed crackers so the crumbs stick evenly. Place the coated tenders on a large baking sheet.
5. Fry to Golden Perfection: Pour 2–3 inches of oil into a deep Dutch oven and heat to 365°F over medium heat. Fry 3–4 tenders at a time for about 4 minutes, or until the outside is golden and the internal temperature reaches 165°F. Thickness may affect cooking time. Drain fried tenders on a cooling rack set over a sheet pan, keeping the oil at the correct temperature for the next batch. Keep cooked tenders warm in a low oven until all are ready to serve.

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