Flavor Enhancements:
- Marinate the chicken: Soak the chicken tenders in a flavorful marinade for at least 30 minutes. Try a blend of lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, herbs, and spices.
- Add seasonings to the crust: Enhance the flavor of the pecan crust by adding spices such as paprika, cumin, chili powder, or cayenne pepper.
- Use a flavorful oil: Instead of canola oil, use flavorful oils such as avocado oil, olive oil, or sesame oil to fry the chicken.
- Season with salt and pepper: Season the chicken tenders generously with salt and pepper before coating them in the pecan crust.
Texture Improvements:
- Double-coat the tenders: For a crispier crust, double-coat the chicken tenders by dipping them in egg wash, then the pecan crust, and repeat the process.
- Use coarse pecans: Coarsely chopped pecans will provide a more pronounced crunch than finely ground pecans.
- Fry at a higher temperature: Increase the frying temperature to 375°F (190°C) for a crispier crust.
Other Twists:
- Stuff with cheese: Add a layer of shredded cheese, such as cheddar or Monterey Jack, into the chicken tenders before breading.
- Add bacon bits: Mix in crumbled bacon bits to the pecan crust for extra savory flavor.
- Serve with a dipping sauce: Pair the pecan-crusted chicken tenders with a flavorful dipping sauce, such as honey mustard, barbecue sauce, or ranch dressing.
- Garnish with fresh herbs: Sprinkle fresh herbs, such as parsley or cilantro, over the chicken tenders for a pop of color and freshness.
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Kroger Recipes
Pecan-Crusted Chicken Tenders
www.kroger.com/r/pecan-crusted-chicken-tenders-recipe/5a74bb4e84ae789fcdcb6120
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