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Sweet chilli jalapeno chicken tenders

Sweet chilli jalapeno chicken tenders

Crispy and flavorful Sweet chilli jalapeno chicken tenders are perfect for weeknight dinners or parties. Easy to make in under 30 minutes. Try this irresistible recipe today.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 persons
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound chicken tenders
  • to taste salt and pepper
  • as needed oil for frying
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs
  • to taste fresh jalapenos
  • to taste sweet chilli sauce

Equipment

  • Shallow bowls
  • Frying pan
  • Thermometer

Method
 

  1. Slice jalapenos thinly. Wear gloves if sensitive to spice.
  2. Set up a breading station: Place flour in a shallow bowl and season with salt and pepper.
  3. Beat eggs in a second bowl.
  4. Mix breadcrumbs with chopped jalapenos in a third bowl.
  5. Dip chicken tenders in flour, then in eggs, and finally coat with the breadcrumb mixture.
  6. Heat oil in a pan to 350°F.
  7. Fry chicken tenders in batches until golden and crispy, about 6-8 minutes per batch.
  8. Toss cooked tenders in sweet chili sauce until evenly coated.
  9. Serve immediately while warm.

Nutrition

Calories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 15gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 1gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

This dish can be made ahead by breading the tenders and storing them in the fridge for up to 24 hours before cooking.
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