Ramadan Recipe: Doritos Chicken Tenders
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Doritos Chicken Tenders are a delicious and crispy side dish perfect for Ramadan. Coated in a crunchy layer of Doritos, these tenders are easy to prepare whether baked or air fried. They offer a savory, golden crunch and a satisfying flavor, making them an ideal addition to your iftar or suhoor spread.
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Ingredients of Doritos Chicken Tenders
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- 15 Minutes
- 5 Serving
- 481 Calories
- 600 grams chicken tenders (or chicken breast sliced into strips)
- 200 grams Chilli Heatwave Doritos (or any other flavor you like)
- 1 tsp salt, plus ¼ tsp to season the chicken directly
- 1 ½ tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp cayenne pepper
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ⅓ cup plain flour
- 2 eggs, beaten
- Oil spray as needed
Doritos Chicken Tenders
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Method & Directions of Doritos Chicken Tenders
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- 15 Minutes
- Preheat Oven or Air Fryer
تم نسخ الرابطPreheat to 200C, whether using the oven or air fryer.
- Crush the Doritos
تم نسخ الرابطPlace the Doritos in a large zip-lock bag. Crush them with a rolling pin until they resemble large Panko breadcrumbs, keeping some flaky texture.
- Prepare the Chicken
تم نسخ الرابطSeason the chicken tenders with ¼ tsp salt.
- Mix Flour and Seasonings
تم نسخ الرابطIn a bowl, mix flour, salt, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, onion powder, garlic powder, and black pepper.
- Set Up Coating Stations
تم نسخ الرابطSet up 3 shallow dishes: one with flour and seasoning, one with beaten eggs, and the last with crushed Doritos.
- Coat the Chicken
تم نسخ الرابطCoat each chicken tender in flour, dip in egg, then coat with the crushed Doritos. Make sure the Doritos coating is thick and even. Place the coated tenders on a wire rack above a tray (if baking) or directly in the air fryer (if air frying). Handle gently to keep the coating intact.
- Air Frying
تم نسخ الرابطSpace out the tenders in the air fryer basket. Spray with oil and cook for 10-12 minutes at 200C, flipping and spraying halfway. You may need to cook in two batches.
- Baking
تم نسخ الرابطSpray the tenders with oil and bake for 15-18 minutes. Adjust timing based on the size of the tenders. They should be golden, crispy on the outside, and hot all the way through.
- Serve and Enjoy
تم نسخ الرابطOnce cooked, serve the crispy tenders and enjoy!
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Nutrition Facts of Doritos Chicken Tenders
| Calories | 481 |
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