KFC Oreo Inspired Chicken Tenders (Print Version)

Golden fried chicken strips coated in crushed Oreos for a unique sweet and savory crunch.

# What You Need:

→ Chicken

01 - 1 lb chicken tenders
02 - 1 tsp salt
03 - ½ tsp black pepper
04 - ½ tsp garlic powder

→ First Coating

05 - 1 cup all-purpose flour
06 - 2 large eggs
07 - ¼ cup milk

→ Oreo Coating

08 - 18 Oreo cookies, finely crushed (cream included)

→ For Frying

09 - 4 cups vegetable oil

# How To Make:

01 - Pat chicken tenders dry and season evenly with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.
02 - Place flour in one shallow bowl. In a separate bowl, beat eggs together with milk.
03 - Dredge each tender first in flour, then dip into the egg mixture, and return to flour, ensuring thorough coating.
04 - Heat vegetable oil in a deep fryer or heavy-bottomed pot to 350°F (175°C).
05 - Fry chicken tenders in batches for 5 to 6 minutes, turning once until golden and cooked through. Drain on paper towels.
06 - While still warm, dip each tender into the egg mixture again, then roll in crushed Oreos, gently pressing to adhere.
07 - Return Oreo-coated tenders to hot oil and fry for 1 to 2 minutes until coating is crisp but not burnt. Drain on fresh paper towels.
08 - Serve immediately while hot and crisp for optimal texture and flavor.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The sweet and salty contrast is surprisingly balanced and incredibly satisfying.
  • It's a fun twist that always gets a reaction when you serve it to friends.
  • The double-fry method keeps the chicken juicy while the Oreo crust stays crunchy.
  • It's easier to pull off than it sounds, and the prep is pretty straightforward.
02 -
  • Make sure the oil temperature stays steady, if it drops too low, the Oreo coating will absorb oil and turn soggy instead of crisp.
  • Don't skip the second egg dip before the Oreo coating, without it, the cookies won't stick and you'll lose half the crust in the fryer.
  • Fry the Oreo-coated tenders in very small batches, they cook fast and need space to stay crispy.
03 -
  • Use a thermometer to monitor your oil temperature, consistency is everything when frying delicate coatings like crushed cookies.
  • Crush the Oreos in a sealed bag with a rolling pin instead of a food processor, it gives you more control over the texture and prevents them from turning to powder.
  • Let the first-fried tenders rest for just a minute before applying the Oreo coating, it helps the surface dry slightly so the egg wash sticks better.
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