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Panko Sesame Chicken Tenders

Panko Sesame Chicken Tenders

The ultimate comfort food, Panko Sesame Chicken Tenders are crispy, juicy, and utterly addictive. Perfect for any occasion, these easy weeknight dinner favorites will have your family coming back for more. Make them tonight and experience the delicious crunch!
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 8 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

  • pounds chicken tenders
  • ¼ cup all-purpose flour
  • salt
  • 1 egg
  • ½ cup panko breadcrumbs
  • ¼ cup white sesame seeds
  • 2 tablespoons black sesame seeds
  • vegetable oil
  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • 1 garlic clove
  • 3 tablespoons lime juice
  • 2 teaspoons sriracha
  • 1 teaspoon soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • water

Equipment

  • Whisk
  • Grater
  • Frying Pan
  • Skillet
  • Oven

Method
 

  1. In a bowl or shallow dish large enough to fit a tender, season flour with a generous pinch of salt and pepper.
  2. In another bowl, whisk egg with a tablespoon of water.
  3. In a third bowl, combine panko with white and black sesame seeds until evenly distributed.
  4. Dredge tenders in the flour to coat, shaking off any excess flour. Dip into the egg, flipping to coat both sides, and then transfer into dish with breadcrumbs. Toss some crumbs over top, then flip and press until entire strip is evenly coated. Transfer to a plate or cutting board and repeat with remaining tenders.
  5. Preheat a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Fill pan with approximately oil to a 1/4-inch depth, and let heat until it starts to shimmer.
  6. Working in batches, gently lay coated tenders into hot oil, arranging them so they do not touch in the pan. Let cook for 3 to 4 minutes or until golden brown, then carefully flip and cook another 3 to 4 minutes more.
  7. Transfer chicken to a wire cooling rack set inside a cookie sheet. To keep them warm while you cook the rest of the tenders, place cookie sheet in a 175 degree oven. Add additional oil to the pan if necessary, then cook remaining tenders in the same manner.
  8. Meanwhile, to make dipping sauce, whisk together mayo, garlic, lime juice, sriracha, soy sauce, and sesame oil. If using as a dip, stop here. If using as a dressing for a salad, add a teaspoon or two of water as needed to thin it out.

Notes

  • Tip 1: Store leftover chicken tenders in an airtight container in the refrigerator. They can last for up to three days.
  • Tip 2: You can freeze un-fried breaded tenders for up to three months.
  • Tip 3: Serve these tenders with a fresh salad or steamed vegetables for a balanced meal.
  • Tip 4: You can customize the heat level by adjusting the amount of sriracha in the dipping sauce.
  • Tip 5: Use fresh garlic and lime juice for the best flavor.