Manchego Chicken Tenders
Brining keeps the chicken juicy and tender, while adding a boost of flavor.
Ingredients per serving
Prepare the Brine
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Filtered water, room temperature 2.0 qts
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Brown sugar 0.25 cup
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Chicken tenderloins 3.0 lbs
Prepare the Chicken Tenders
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Panko bread crumbs 5.0 cups
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Manchego cheese, crumbled or shredded 2.0 cups
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Italian Parsley, small bunch, chopped 0.5 cup
Preparation
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Prepare the Brine
- Bring ½ cup of the water to a boil with the brown sugar to dissolve. Mix the remaining water and other ingredients together using a whisk. Once cold, add the chicken to the brine. Refrigerate.
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Prepare the Chicken Tenders
- Combine the Panko, cheese and parsley in a large bowl. Remove chicken from brine and pat dry. Brush the tenders on each side with the mayonnaise, coating well. Press the tenders firmly into the breading mixture.
- Fry chicken tenders at 375F until golden brown and crisp and cooked throughout.
Use perforated containers for any fried items for takeout or delivery.
