Garlic Parmesan Chicken Tenders By When In Manila

Next time you crave garlic Parmesan chicken, skip takeaway and go the homemade route. You’ll be surprised by how effortless it is to make. Plus, you’ll feel extra satisfied after cooking the well-loved dish yourself and making your family try your version.

Don’t be surprised if they think you bought these chicken tenders from a restaurant. They’re that good! The secret to success? Follow this foolproof chicken Parmesan recipe by When in Manila to a tee. Dredge the strips in the flour mixture until fully coated. Don’t rush this step, or you’ll end up with crustless meat! And toss them generously in the garlicky and cheesy sauce for maximum impact. Ready?

60 min.
2 People
Easy
Average

Ingredients

For the marinade:

1 cup buttermilk
1/2 tsp smoked paprika
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp salt
1 tsp Italian seasoning
2 pcs chicken breast fillet, sliced into strips

For the coating:

5 tbsp all-purpose flour
2 tbsp cornstarch
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp smoked paprika
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
1/4 tsp ground black pepper

For the sauce:

1 head garlic, roasted
1/2 cup Lady's Choice Real mayonnaise
1 tsp sugar
2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
1 tsp lemon juice
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
1/4 tsp dried oregano
1/4 tsp dried basil
1/4 tsp black pepper

Cooking Method

Make the marinade: Combine all ingredients in a bowl. Add chicken and marinate for 30 minutes.
Make the coating: Combine all ingredients in a bowl. Dredge chicken strips in the flour mixture. Deep-fry until golden brown, then drain on paper towels. Set aside.
Make the sauce: Combine all ingredients in a bowl; mix well. Coat chicken tenders in prepared sauce. Serve immediately.

Use this garlic Parmesan chicken as a base for other creations. After step two, you can coat the tenders in any sauce you like. You can try a classic spicy buffalo, then pair them with a creamy bleu cheese dip. Love anything Korean? Make a glaze out of Knorr Liquid Seasoning, patis, honey, ginger, and calamansi juice. Another alternative is to skip the sauce and infuse the breading with the garlic and Parmesan flavors. Just double the garlic powder in the recipe and mix in grated cheese. Your loved ones are in for a treat!