KFC Oreo-Inspired Tenders (Printer View)

Golden chicken strips with a crunchy batter and a unique Oreo coating offer a sweet-savory delight.

# Components:

→ 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 with cream (approx. 7 oz)

→ For Frying

09 - 4 cups vegetable oil for deep frying

# Method:

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

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • That moment when sweet and savory collide in your mouth—it actually works.
  • Juicy chicken stays tender inside while the Oreo crust shatters between your teeth.
  • Takes less than an hour from raw chicken to something genuinely showstopping.
02 -
  • Double-dipping in egg is non-negotiable—it's what makes the Oreos stick and creates that crispy shell instead of a sad, sliding coating.
  • The second fry is quick and brutal; one minute too long and your beautiful cookie crust becomes charcoal.
03 -
  • Make the Oreo crush ahead of time and let it sit in an airtight container for a few hours—slightly stale Oreos actually have better texture and hold together better when fried.
  • If the Oreo coating won't stick, your egg wash wasn't wet enough; don't be shy about making it loose and sloppy for the second dip.
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