Looking for Tasty Chicken Tender Sides? You've come to the right place! Below we list all of our favorite chicken tender side dishes, including our homemade fries, zesty sauces, and roasted vegetables.
Chicken tenders are one of our go-to lazy meals and we are always experimenting sides to pair with it. Below we've rounded up 18 sides we've found pair deliciously with chicken tenders so you know exactly what to make the next time you have a chicken tenders craving. From sauces to seasoned fries, we have you covered!
If you are looking for an elevated fried chicken recipe, try our Chicken Katsu (Japanese Chicken Cutlet). Chicken katsu is a crispy, golden brown chicken cutlet made with panko breadcrumbs.
1. Homemade Seasoned French Fries
Homemade French Fries
Chicken tenders and fries is a classic combination. Our Homemade Seasoned French Fries are a healthy spin on French fries. They are crispy, fluffy, and delightfully flavorful. Enjoy these easy fries with your favorite seasonings and dips!
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2. Greek Yogurt Ranch Dressing
Healthy Greek Yogurt Ranch
Dipping fried chicken in ranch is a must! Our Greek Yogurt Ranch is a light and healthy alternative to traditional ranch dressing without sacrificing any of the flavor!
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2. Healthy Corn and Zucchini Fritters
Healthy Corn and Zucchini Fritters
Healthy Corn and Zucchini Fritters are a quick and easy way to enjoy vegetables with your chicken tenders. They have the perfect blend of sweet and savory ingredients with lots of texture. Top the fritters with fresh basil, Greek yogurt, and roasted corn for extra flavor!
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3. Bacon Cheddar Hasselback Potatoes
Bacon Cheddar Hasselback Potatoes
Bacon Cheddar Hasselback Potatoes are a richly flavored side. They feature fluffy potatoes, creme fraiche, cheddar, bacon, and chives. It's simple, but all the decadent toppings meld together into one tasty dish.
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4. Healthy Greek Yogurt Coleslaw
Healthy Greek Yogurt Coleslaw
Greek Yogurt Coleslaw features crisp shredded cabbage and carrots dressed in tangy Greek yogurt dressing. This healthy coleslaw recipe is the perfect addition to a chicken tenders or side for your next BBQ!
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5. Miso Mashed Potatoes
Miso Mashed Potatoes
Miso Mashed Potatoes are a creamy side flavored with miso butter, garlic, and sage and go perfectly with chicken tenders. Enjoy these crowd-pleaser potatoes next time you make chicken tenders, you won't be disappointed!
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6. Elotes Style Corn with Furikake
Elotes Style Corn with Furikake
Elotes Style Corn will add a delicious umami crunch to your chicken tender meal. This recipe is inspired by Mexican street corn and flavored with Japanese ingredients. Enjoy it on the cob, cut into small servings, or cut off the cob and served as a salad beside your tenders.
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7. Spicy Hot Honey Sauce
Spicy Hot Honey Sauce
Hot Honey Sauce is a sweet and spicy condiment made with just 4 ingredients in 5 minutes! Drizzle it on chicken tenders for an extra kick then gift it to your family and friends.
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8. Roasted Brussel Sprouts with Pancetta
Maple Bacon Brussel Sprouts
Maple Bacon Brussel Sprouts are covered with olive oil and maple syrup, then roasted and tossed with your choice of rendered bacon or pancetta. The combination is rich, hearty, and nutritious.
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9. Spicy Cajun Fries
Spicy Cajun Fries
Spicy Cajun Fries are crispy fries with a Cajun kick. It takes only a little time and effort to make these zesty and healthy gourmet fries. Dip them in truffle aioli or wasabi mayo for extra flavor!
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10. Jalapeño Cheddar Cornbread with Miso
Jalapeño Cheddar Cornbread with Miso
Jalapeño Cheddar Cornbread with Miso is a moist and tender cheesy side with umami flavor. It’s a little sweet, has a hint of spicy, and pairs deliciously with chicken tenders.
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11. Pan Fried Potatoes with Herbs
Pan Fried Potatoes with Herbs
Pan Fried Potatoes with Herbs are buttery, savory, and pair seamlessly with tenders. All you need are waxy potatoes, herbs, garlic, salt and pepper, and olive oil to make this healthy one-pan side dish.
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12. Ten-Minute Sautéed Broccolini (Broccoletti)
Ten-Minute Sautéed Broccolini (Broccoletti)
Sautéed Broccolini (Broccoletti) is a tender, nutrient-rich version of broccoli that goes well with everything and takes just a few minutes to make. Simply cook the broccolini in olive oil then toss it with red chili flakes, garlic, and lemon juice for extra flavor.
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13. Zesty Italian Pasta Salad
Zesty Italian Pasta Salad
Italian Pasta Salad is a refreshing vegetarian side that's loaded with Mediterranean ingredients including sun-dried tomatoes, olives, and herbed feta cheese. It doesn't take much time to make and is perfect for a chicken tender lunch or dinner.
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14. Chipotle Mayo Sauce
Chipotle Mayo Sauce
Chipotle Mayo is a smoky and rich sauce consisting of mayo, chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, garlic powder, and lime. This homemade sauce only takes a few minutes to make and adds a flavorful accent to chicken tenders
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15. Furikake and Lemon Shishito Peppers
Furikake and Lemon Shishito Peppers
Furikake and Lemon Shishito Peppers are sweet, spicy, and will add a nice kick to your chicken tenders or whet your palate as an appetizer. They only take 15 minutes to make and are loaded with umami flavor!
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16. Animal Style Fries (In-N-Out Copycat)
Animal Style Fries
In-N-Out's famous Animal Style Fries feature crispy French fries covered with melted American cheese, caramelized onions, and In-N-Out secret sauce. Recreate this California staple the next time you want a rich side and delicious sauce for your tenders.
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17. Pear and Prosciutto Rocket Salad
Pear and Prosciutto Rocket Salad
Pear and Prosciutto Rocket Salad is a delightfully sweet and hearty salad full of flavor and texture. It features crispy prosciutto, pears, walnuts, shallots, Parmigiano-Reggiano, and arugula tossed in a maple balsamic vinaigrette. Make it in 20 minutes while the chicken tenders cook.
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18. Spicy Sriracha Aioli
Spicy Sriracha Aioli
Spicy Sriracha Aioli is a perfectly creamy, spicy condiment, featuring Sriracha chili sauce and grated garlic. The combination of Sriracha and garlic is uniquely delicious and the perfect chicken tender dipping sauce.
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18 Tasty Chicken Tender Sides
Looking for Tasty Chicken Tender Sides? You've come to the right place! Below we list all of our favorite chicken tender side dishes, including our homemade fries, zesty sauces, and roasted vegetables.
Servings: 2
Calories: 175kcal
Ingredients
- 1 qt frying oil canola, peanut, or vegetable oil
- 2 Yukon gold or russet potatoes cut into matchsticks or wedges
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- sea salt
- pepper
Instructions
- Chill potatoes - Place the cut potato in a large bowl and fill with cold water. Place the bowl in the refrigerator to chill for at least 30 minutes and as long as overnight. When ready to fry, drain the water completely and place the sliced potatoes on a clean kitchen towel or on paper towels to dry right before frying.2 Yukon gold or russet potatoes
- Heat oil for frying - Add about 3 inches of oil to a large pot or dutch oven and heat the oil to 300˚F. If you don’t have a thermometer, take the end of a wooden spoon and dip it in the oil. If the oil starts to bubble against the spoon, it’s ready for frying.1 quart frying oil1 qt frying oil
- First fry - Add a third of the potatoes to the oil and cook for 5 minutes, until the potatoes turn light golden brown. Remove from the oil, carefully shake the excess oil into the pot, and place the fries on a rack. Return the oil back to 300˚F between each batch to ensure the fries cook evenly.
- Second fry - Once all of the fries have cooked once, increase the heat of the oil to 400˚F. Repeat the process and add a third of the fries to the oil and fry until they become deep golden brown.
- Season fries - Remove the fries from the oil, shake off the excess oil, and place in a mixing boil. Season with garlic powder, basil, paprika, salt and pepper. Gently toss and serve immediately.1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon dried basil, 1 teaspoon paprika, sea salt, pepper
Notes
Storage
- Store these homemade French fries in an air-tight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. In order to reheat the fries, heat the oven to 300°F and bake fries for 5-10 minutes, or until crispy. These ingredients don't stand up well to freezing.
- Cut fries evenly - Cut the fries so they have the same width. This will help them cook evenly in the oil.
- Leftover oil - Wait for the oil to cool then pour it into a sealed bottle or jar. You can either reuse the oil or throw it out.
Nutrition
Calories: 175kcal | Carbohydrates: 40g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 0.2g | Saturated Fat: 0.1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.01g | Sodium: 12mg | Potassium: 924mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 83IU | Vitamin C: 15mg | Calcium: 40mg | Iron: 2mg
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