Chicken Tenders on Texas Toast
Crispy chicken tenders served on toasted Texas bread, topped with melted mozzarella and served with marinara for a delicious family meal.
Ingredients
For the Chicken Tenders
- 1 lb Chicken tenders Bone-in version is recommended for more flavor.
- 1 cup Bread crumbs Use fresh bread crumbs for better flavor.
- 1/2 cup All-purpose flour
- 2 Eggs Beat them well before coating.
- to taste Salt and pepper
For Serving
- 4-6 slices Texas toast Follow package instructions for preparation.
- 1 cup Shredded mozzarella cheese Essential for cheesy goodness.
- 1 cup Marinara sauce For dipping.
- to taste Olive oil For frying.
- to taste Italian seasoning or garlic powder Optional, for added flavor.
Instructions
Preparation
- Gather all ingredients and set them on the counter.
- Preheat the oven according to the Texas toast package instructions.
- Set up three bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with bread crumbs.
Cooking
- Coat each chicken tender in flour, dip in eggs, then roll in bread crumbs until fully covered.
- Heat enough olive oil in a skillet over medium heat to cover the bottom.
- Fry the chicken tenders for about 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Drain the cooked chicken tenders on a plate lined with paper towels.
- Prepare the Texas toast in the oven as per package instructions.
- On each slice of toast, place a chicken tender and add a generous amount of shredded mozzarella.
- Return the assembled toast to the oven for a few minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Serving
- Serve the chicken tenders on Texas toast with warm marinara sauce on the side.
Notes
Allow each chicken tender to fry until golden brown for a crispy exterior. Experiment with seasonings to enhance flavor.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3g
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