Delicious Gochujang Chicken Tenders

Ingredients

• 2 lbs. organic chicken breast, cut into strips
• 2 tsps On Everything All-Purpose Blend
• 2 tsps smoked paprika, optional
• 2 tsps sea salt
• 2 large eggs, beaten
• 1/4 cup Almond milk ((You can also use whole milk or your fave plant-based milk, if desired))
• 1/4 cup organic all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup cornstarch
• 2 cups organic cornflakes, crushed
• 1 cup breadcrumbs
• 2 Tbsps unsalted butter
• 2 cups Gochujang sauce
• Sesame seeds, for garnish

Instructions

1. 1

   --- TO MAKE THE CHICKEN TENDERS: ---

2. 2

   Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit and prep a large baking sheet lined with parchment paper and a wire rack (this helps both sides to crisp up nicely).

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   In a large bowl, add the chicken strips and 1 teaspoon of EACH: On Everything All-Purpose Blend, smoked paprika, and salt, tossing everything together until well coated. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes so that everything marinates. NOTE: It's always best to marinate overnight in the fridge.

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   In the bowl of the beaten egg and add the milk and whisk together until combined.

5. 5

   --- TO MAKE THE BREADED COATING: ---

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   In a separate large bowl, add the crushed corn flakes, breadcrumbs, and remaining 1 teaspoon of On Everything All-Purpose Blend, smoked paprika, and salt, stirring them together until combined.

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   In a separate bowl or plate, mix together the cornstarch and flour.

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   --- ASSEMBLE + BAKE: ---

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   Now, dip one chicken strip (tender) into the flour followed by the egg mixture (shaking off any excess) and then add it into the breadcrumb coating mixture-----tossing it around until strip is well coated. Then lay the chicken strip (tender) side by side onto the baking sheet (about an inch apart). Repeat until all chicken tenders are coated.

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    Lightly brush or spray tops of chicken with olive oil or cooking spray and bake them for 30-35 minutes or until chicken has fully cooked through.

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    --- TO MAKE THE SAUCE: ---

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    In a medium skillet (10-inch) over medium-high heat, add the butter and let it melt. Then add in the Gochujang sauce and bring it to a boil. Reduce heat to low-medium and let everything simmer for another 2-3 minutes or so, stirring occasionally. Add in the crispy chicken tenders and lightly toss them until coated.

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    Garnish wings with sesame seeds.

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    To serve, enjoy chicken tenders with your favorite condiment or dipping sauce. Tenders can also be served atop a salad, sandwich, taco, pizza, etc.

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    Bon Appetit!