Description
Experience the joy of homemade chicken tenders that rival the beloved fast-food version with a crispy coating and juicy interior.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound chicken tenders
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken by soaking the chicken tenders in buttermilk for at least 30 minutes.
- Whisk together the flour, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper in a separate bowl.
- Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat to 350°F.
- Dredge each chicken tender in the flour mixture, shaking off excess.
- Place the chicken tenders into the hot oil, frying until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes per side.
- Transfer the fried chicken tenders to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
Notes
Marinate the chicken longer for enhanced flavor. For a healthier option, consider air-frying or baking the tenders.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 70mg