Chicken Tenders Recipe
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Ingredients
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Chicken Marinade
Breading
Cooking
Method
Marinating the Chicken
- 1
Prepare the Marinade
In a large bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, hot sauce, and salt until well combined.
- 2
Marinate the Chicken
Cut the chicken breasts into strips and add them to the marinade. Make sure the chicken is fully submerged. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or up to overnight for best flavor.
Preparing the Breading
- 3
Mix the Breading Ingredients
In a shallow dish, combine the flour, cornstarch, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, black pepper, and salt. Mix until thoroughly combined.
Cooking the Chicken Tenders
- 4
- 5
Bread the Chicken
Remove the chicken from the marinade, allowing excess to drip off. Dredge each chicken piece in the breading mixture, pressing lightly to ensure an even coating.
- 6
Fry the Chicken
Carefully place the breaded chicken tenders into the hot oil, being careful not to overcrowd the pan. Fry for 5-7 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F or 74°C).
- 7
Drain and Serve
Once cooked, remove the chicken tenders from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.
