Jul 14 2026
Restaurants49th State Brewing - AnchorageCrispy Chicken Tenders Recipe

Crispy Chicken Tenders Recipe

Time1h
Serves4

Crispy hand-battered signature chicken tenders with a Belgian waffle, Snowbee honey butter and warm maple syrup.

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Ingredients

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Chicken Tenders

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Chicken

    Cut the chicken breasts into tenders, about 1 inch wide.

  2. 2

    Marinate

    In a bowl, mix buttermilk, eggs, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika. Add the chicken tenders and marinate for at least 30 minutes.

  3. 3

    Dredging Station

    In a shallow dish, combine flour and cornstarch. Dredge the marinated chicken in the flour mixture, shaking off any excess.

  4. 4

    Heat Oil

    In a large skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).

  5. 5

    Fry the Tenders

    Carefully place the dredged chicken tenders in the hot oil, frying in batches to avoid crowding. Cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side or until golden brown and cooked through.

  6. 6

    Drain

    Remove the chicken tenders from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.

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