Kid's Fried Chicken Tenders Recipe
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Ingredients
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Chicken Marinade
Breading
Frying
Method
Marinating the Chicken
- 1
Prepare the Marinade
In a large bowl, combine buttermilk, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. Whisk until fully mixed.
- 2
Marinate the Chicken
Cut the chicken breasts into strips. Add them to the marinade, ensuring they are fully submerged. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour (or overnight for best results).
Preparing the Breading
- 3
Mix the Dry Ingredients
In a shallow dish, combine all-purpose flour, cornstarch, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Mix well.
- 4
Coating and Frying
- 5
Coat the Chicken
Remove the chicken strips from the marinade, allowing excess buttermilk to drip off. First, dip each strip into the egg, then dredge in the flour mixture until fully coated. Shake off any excess.
- 6
Heat the Oil
In a large skillet or deep fryer, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- 7
Fry the Chicken Tenders
Carefully place the coated chicken strips in the hot oil, frying in batches if necessary. Cook for 4-5 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through, flipping halfway. Use a slotted spoon to transfer the cooked chicken to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
