Summer days are busy enough without spending hours in the kitchen, but your family still deserves something special for dinner.

These golden, crispy chicken tenders come together in just 25 minutes using Fry Krisp Batter Mix, delivering that satisfying crunch and juicy tenderness that makes everyone happy.

It's the kind of reliable, crowd-pleasing meal that takes the stress out of dinnertime while still putting smiles on faces around the table.

Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cook Time: 12-15 minutes | Total Time: 25 minutes | Serves: 4-6 people

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Ingredients

Fry Krisp Products:
1 cup Fry Krisp Batter Mix
¼ cup additional Fry Krisp Batter Mix (for dusting)
Main Ingredients:
2 lbs chicken breast, cut into 3-inch strips (about 20 tenders)
1¼ cups cold water
1 large egg, beaten
1 teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon paprika
Vegetable oil for frying (about 6 cups)
For Serving:
Honey mustard, ranch, or barbecue sauce
Lemon wedges

Instructions

1. Heat the Oil: In a large, heavy-bottomed pot, heat vegetable oil to 375°F. Make sure you have enough oil for tenders to float freely.
2. Prep the Chicken: Pat chicken strips dry with paper towels. Season lightly with salt and pepper if desired.
3. Make the Batter: In a large bowl, whisk together 1½ cups Fry Krisp Batter Mix, cold water, beaten egg, garlic powder, and paprika until smooth. The batter should be thick enough to coat chicken but not too heavy.
4. Set Up Coating Station: Place the additional ¼ cup batter mix in a shallow dish for dusting.
5. Coat the Chicken: Lightly dust each chicken tender with dry batter mix, then dip into wet batter, letting excess drip off.
6. Fry in Batches: Carefully add 4-5 tenders to hot oil. Fry for 3-4 minutes until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F, turning once halfway through.
7. Drain and Keep Warm: Remove with slotted spoon and drain on paper towels. Keep finished tenders warm in a 200°F oven while frying remaining batches.