Chicken Tenders Recipe
American · Main course · 27 min total
Crispy, juicy chicken tenders that are easy to make at home. Perfect for a quick dinner or game-day snack.
15
min prep
min prep
12
min cook
min cook
4
servings
servings
380
kcal/serving
kcal/serving
Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken breast tenders
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine buttermilk and chicken tenders. Marinate for at least 30 minutes in the refrigerator.
- In a shallow dish, mix flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Heat about 1 inch of oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat to 350°F.
- Remove chicken from buttermilk, letting excess drip off. Dredge in flour mixture, pressing to adhere.
- Fry chicken in batches for 3-4 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature 165°F).
- Drain on paper towels. Serve warm.
Tips
- For extra crunch, double-dip: buttermilk, flour, buttermilk, flour.
- Serve with honey mustard, ranch, or barbecue sauce.
- Leftovers can be reheated in an air fryer at 350°F for 3-4 minutes.
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