Description
Indulge in the irresistible crunch of Homemade Chicken Tenders, a dish that promises to be the star of your dining table. With a perfectly seasoned, golden exterior and juicy interior, these tenders are not just easy to make but also a favorite for both kids and adults alike. In just 18 minutes, you can whip up this delightful comfort food, making it perfect for family dinners, game nights, or casual get-togethers. Pair them with your choice of dipping sauces or serve alongside salads and fries for a complete meal. Enjoy homemade goodness that beats store-bought any day!
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, combine 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 to 325°F.
- Dredge each chicken tender in the flour mixture, dip in the buttermilk mixture, then coat again with the flour mixture.
- Fry tenders in batches for 3–5 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F).
- Transfer to a wire rack to keep crispy while frying remaining tenders.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 chicken tenders (about 120g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 90mg