Crispy Fried Chicken Tenders
These crispy fried chicken tenders are juicy on the inside and perfectly golden and crunchy on the outside, ideal for a quick and satisfying meal or snack.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes (+1 hour marinating)
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes active (+1 hour marinating)
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Halal
Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken tenders
- 2 cups buttermilk
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt & pepper to taste
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- Soak chicken tenders in buttermilk for at least 1 hour or overnight for best results.
- In a bowl, mix flour, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Remove chicken from buttermilk and dredge in the seasoned flour until well coated.
- Heat oil in a deep pan to 350°F (175°C).
- Fry chicken tenders for 5–6 minutes or until golden brown and fully cooked.
- Drain on paper towels to remove excess oil and serve hot.
Notes
- For extra crispy tenders, double-dip in buttermilk and flour mixture.
- Use a thermometer to keep oil at consistent frying temperature.
- Serve with dipping sauces like ranch, honey mustard, or BBQ.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tender
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
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