Buffalo Chicken Tenders Recipe
Crispy chicken tenders tossed in spicy buffalo sauce.
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Ingredients
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Chicken Tenders
Buffalo Sauce
Method
Preparation of Chicken
- 1
Prepare the Chicken
Cut the chicken breast into strips, about 1 inch wide.
- 2
Marinate the Chicken
In a bowl, combine the buttermilk, egg, salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder. Add the chicken strips and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
Breading the Chicken
- 3
Prepare Breading Stations
In one bowl, place the flour and cornstarch mixed together. In another bowl, set aside the marinated chicken.
- 4
Bread the Chicken
Take each marinated chicken strip, dip it in the flour-cornstarch mixture, coating it evenly. Shake off any excess flour and set aside on a plate.
Frying the Chicken
- 5
Heat Oil
In a large skillet, heat enough oil over medium-high heat to cover the bottom of the pan.
- 6
Making the Buffalo Sauce
- 7
Melt the Butter
In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the stick of unsalted butter.
- 8
Combine Ingredients
Once melted, stir in the hot sauce, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, and vinegar. Mix well until combined.
- 9
Toss the Chicken
In a large bowl, add the fried chicken tenders and pour the buffalo sauce over them. Toss until the chicken is evenly coated.
Serving
- 10
Serve
Plate the buffalo chicken tenders and serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce, such as ranch or blue cheese.
