Crispy Garlic Chicken Tenders

4 1 hour

Crispy Garlic Chicken Tenders by Cooking with Benazir is a perfect recipe for those who want to enjoy a crunchy, flavorful snack without going overboard on deep frying. These chicken tenders are prepared using boneless chicken strips, marinated in a zesty blend of lemon juice, garlic, chilli flakes, herbs, and seasonings, giving them a burst of flavor in every bite. Instead of relying on heavy batters, the chicken is coated with flour, dipped in egg, and finally covered in crushed cornflakes, which add a light, crunchy texture that makes the tenders irresistible. What makes this recipe stand out is the healthy touch. Rather than serving with a regular mayonnaise-based dip, Benazir pairs the crispy tenders with a refreshing dill yogurt dip. This dip is made using curd, fresh dill leaves, garlic, salt, and black pepper, offering a cooling balance to the spicy-crispy chicken. The combination is not only delicious but also guilt-free, making it a great choice for health-conscious food lovers. These crispy garlic chicken tenders are ideal as a tea-time snack, party appetizer, or even a light dinner. Whether air-fried, baked, or shallow-fried, they promise the same crunch and flavor, served best with the creamy dill dip.

Steps for Crispy Garlic Chicken Tenders

1. Take ½ kg boneless chicken and cut into long strips.

2. Marinate with: o Juice of ½ lemon o 1 tsp salt o 1 tsp garlic powder o ½ tsp mixed herbs o ½ tsp white pepper powder o 1 tsp chilli flakes o 2–3 cloves freshly grated garlic Mix well and keep aside for 30 minutes.

3. Prepare a healthy dill dip: o 3 tbsp curd (yogurt) o 2–3 tbsp finely chopped dill leaves o ½ tsp freshly grated garlic o A pinch of salt o 2 pinches black pepper powder Mix and keep chilled.

4. For coating the chicken: o First dust the marinated strips in all-purpose flour. o Dip them in beaten egg. o Coat with lightly crushed cornflakes mixed with chopped coriander leaves.

5. Place the coated chicken strips on a tray. These can be air-fried, baked, or shallow-fried depending on preference until crispy and golden.

6. Serve hot with the refreshing dill garlic yogurt dip.

Crispy Garlic Chicken Tenders

Ingredients

½ Kg Chicken
½ Lemon’s Juice
1 Tsp Salt
1 Tsp Garlic Powder
½ Tsp Mixed Herbs
½ Tsp White Pepper Powder
1 Tsp Chilli Flakes
2-3 Cloves of Garlic
3 Tbsp Curd
½ Tsp Garlic
1 Pinch Salt
2 Pinch Black Pepper Powder
Refined Flour
2 Eggs
Fresh Coriander
Oil

Steps

1. Take ½ kg boneless chicken and cut into long strips.
2. Marinate with: o Juice of ½ lemon o 1 tsp salt o 1 tsp garlic powder o ½ tsp mixed herbs o ½ tsp white pepper powder o 1 tsp chilli flakes o 2–3 cloves freshly grated garlic Mix well and keep aside for 30 minutes.
3. Prepare a healthy dill dip: o 3 tbsp curd (yogurt) o 2–3 tbsp finely chopped dill leaves o ½ tsp freshly grated garlic o A pinch of salt o 2 pinches black pepper powder Mix and keep chilled.
4. For coating the chicken: o First dust the marinated strips in all-purpose flour. o Dip them in beaten egg. o Coat with lightly crushed cornflakes mixed with chopped coriander leaves.
5. Place the coated chicken strips on a tray. These can be air-fried, baked, or shallow-fried depending on preference until crispy and golden.
6. Serve hot with the refreshing dill garlic yogurt dip.

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