Description
Indulge in the irresistible goodness of Homemade Chicken Tenders, a family favorite that promises crispy exteriors and juicy interiors. Perfect for lunch, dinner, or as a snack, these tenders are easy to make and customize with your favorite sauces. In just 18 minutes, you can whip up this delightful dish using simple pantry ingredients. Whether served with classic dipping sauces or nestled in a sandwich, these tender bites are sure to please everyone at the table.
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
- Combine flour, baking powder, salt, pepper, and garlic powder in a bowl. In another bowl, whisk together buttermilk, egg, and hot sauce.
- Heat oil in a heavy-bottom skillet to 325°F.
- Dredge each chicken tender first in the flour mixture, then dip into the buttermilk mixture before returning to the flour for a second coating.
- Fry chicken tenders for 3–5 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F). Drain on a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 tenders (120g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 95mg