Description
Indulge in the crispy goodness of Homemade Chicken Tenders, a meal that delights all ages! These tender bites are coated in a flavorful, golden crust, making them perfect for family dinners or game-day snacking. Quick to prepare in just 18 minutes, they can be served with an array of dipping sauces or tossed into salads and wraps for a versatile twist. With juicy chicken on the inside and a crunchy exterior, this recipe will quickly become a staple in your home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken tenderloins
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp kosher salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 3/4 cup buttermilk
- 1 large egg
- 2 teaspoons hot sauce
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- In one bowl, mix flour, baking powder, salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
- In another bowl, whisk buttermilk, egg, and hot sauce.
- Heat oil in a skillet to 325°F.
- Dredge chicken tenders first in the flour mixture, then the buttermilk mixture, and back to the flour.
- Fry tenders in hot oil for 3-5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temp 165°F).
- Drain on a wire rack before serving with your favorite dips.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 tenders (140g)
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 150mg