Jul 14 2026

Fried Chicken Tenders Recipe

Time45m
Serves2

two tenders with fries, fresh fruit, or Caesar* salad

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Ingredients

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Fried Chicken Tenders

Method

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Chicken

    Cut the chicken breast into tenders. Marinate them in buttermilk for at least 1 hour or overnight in the refrigerator.

  2. 2

    Set Up Breading Station

    In a bowl, mix together the flour, cornstarch, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.

  3. 3

    Bread the Chicken

    Remove chicken from the buttermilk and let excess drip off. Dredge each tender in the flour mixture, making sure to coat evenly, then set aside on a plate.

  4. 4

    Fry the Chicken

    In a deep skillet or pot, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Once hot, carefully add chicken tenders in batches and fry until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove and drain on paper towels.

  5. 5

    Cook the Fries

    While the chicken is frying, prepare the frozen french fries according to package instructions.

  6. 6

    Serve

    Serve two chicken tenders with fries, alongside fresh fruit or Caesar salad.