Citrusy Chicken Tenders Recipe

Name: Citrusy Chicken Tenders
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 large egg; 1 cup white ale, such as Baladin Isaac; 2 teaspoons finely grated lemon zest; 2 teaspoons finely grated lime zest; 2 teaspoons finely grated orange zest; 1/4 cup fresh orange juice; 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice; 1 teaspoon finely chopped thyme; Kosher salt; Freshly ground pepper; 1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, cut into 1/2-inch strips; 1 1/2 cups plain dry bread crumbs; Canola or vegetable oil, for frying; Warm marinara sauce, for serving

Servings: persons

1 large egg
1 cup white ale, such as Baladin Isaac
2 teaspoons finely grated lemon zest
2 teaspoons finely grated lime zest
2 teaspoons finely grated orange zest
1/4 cup fresh orange juice
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 teaspoon finely chopped thyme
Kosher salt
Freshly ground pepper
1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, cut into 1/2-inch strips
1 1/2 cups plain dry bread crumbs
Canola or vegetable oil, for frying
Warm marinara sauce, for serving

1
In a bowl, whisk the egg, ale, citrus zests and juices and thyme.
2
Season with a generous pinch of salt and pepper.
3
Add the chicken, cover and refrigerate for 2 to 4 hours.
4
Line a baking sheet with a rack.
5
Put the bread crumbs in a shallow dish.
6
Working with one strip at a time, remove the chicken from the marinade, dredge it in the bread crumbs and transfer to the rack.
7
In a large, deep skillet, heat 1 inch of oil to 350.
8
Working in batches, fry the chicken until golden and cooked through, 5 minutes.
9
Drain on paper towels and sprinkle with salt.
10
Serve with warm marinara sauce.

239

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 large egg, 1 cup white ale, such as Baladin Isaac, 2 teaspoons finely grated lemon zest, 2 teaspoons finely grated lime zest, and more.

Yes, Citrusy Chicken Tenders falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Citrusy Chicken Tenders

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Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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