Chicken Tenders Recipe
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Ingredients
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Marinade
Breading
Cooking
Method
Marinade Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Marinade
In a bowl, combine the buttermilk, hot sauce, salt, and black pepper. Whisk until well mixed.
- 2
Marinate the Chicken
Cut the chicken breasts into tenders (about 1 inch wide). Place the chicken in the marinade, ensuring all pieces are coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or overnight for best flavor.
Breading Preparation
- 3
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a separate bowl, combine flour, cornstarch, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
- 4
- 5
Coat the Chicken
Remove chicken tenders from the marinade, allowing excess to drip off. Dip each tender first into the egg mixture, then coat with the dry ingredient mixture, pressing lightly to adhere.
Cooking
- 6
Heat the Oil
In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- 7
Fry the Chicken Tenders
Carefully add the coated chicken tenders to the hot oil in batches, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan. Fry for about 4-5 minutes per side or until golden brown and cooked through.
- 8
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 warm with your favorite dipping sauce.
