Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with these Homemade Chicken Tenders! Perfectly crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside, this easy recipe delivers a delightful treat that your family will love. In just 18 minutes, you can whip up a batch of golden brown chicken strips, making them an ideal choice for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. Whether served with zesty dipping sauces, nestled in a sandwich, or tossed over a salad, these tenders are versatile enough to suit any occasion. Customize the seasoning to your taste for a unique twist on a classic dish. Get ready to impress your loved ones with this delicious homemade goodness!
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 tsp hot sauce
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- In one bowl, mix flour, baking powder, salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
- In another bowl, whisk together buttermilk, egg, and hot sauce.
- Heat oil in a heavy-bottom skillet until it reaches about 325°F.
- Dredge each chicken tender first in the flour mixture, then in the buttermilk mixture, and back into the flour for a double coating.
- Fry tenders in batches for 3-5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through (165°F internal temperature).
- Drain on a wire rack before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 chicken tenders (140g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 105mg