Description
Crispy Fried Chicken Tenders are the ultimate comfort food, delivering a golden-brown crunch that encases tender, juicy chicken. Perfect for any occasion—from family dinners to game day—these tenders are easy to prepare and pair beautifully with a variety of dipping sauces. With each bite, you’ll be reminded of cherished memories while delighting in an explosion of flavor. Get ready to impress your guests and satisfy your cravings with this delectable dish!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 3–4 breasts)
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp garlic powder
- 2 tsp onion powder
- 2 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 cup vegetable oil (for frying)
Instructions
- Cut chicken breasts into strips and marinate in buttermilk mixed with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
- In a shallow bowl, combine flour with garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Remove chicken from marinade and dredge each piece in the seasoned flour mixture.
- Fry each piece in hot oil for about 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
- Drain on paper towels and serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauces.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion (113g)
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg