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Crispy fried chicken tenders on a white plate, perfect for a delicious meal.

FRIED CHICKEN TENDERS

Sana Umer
Fried Chicken Tenders are crispy on the outside and juicy inside, coated in seasoned breading and fried to golden perfection. Perfect for game day, parties, or a family-friendly meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Appetizer
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 390 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Fried Chicken Tenders:

  • 1 pound chicken tenders
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • oil for frying

Instructions
 

Marinate Chicken:

  • Soak chicken tenders in buttermilk for at least 10 minutes.

Prepare Breading:

  • In a bowl, mix flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.

Coat Chicken:

  • Dredge chicken tenders in seasoned flour until fully coated.

Fry:

  • Heat oil in a skillet to 350°F (175°C). Fry chicken in batches for 5–7 minutes per side until golden and cooked through.

Notes

  • Extra Crispy: Double dip chicken in buttermilk and flour.
  • Oven Option: Bake at 425°F for 20–25 minutes.
  • Air Fryer: Cook at 380°F for 12–14 minutes.
  • Dipping Sauces: Ranch, honey mustard, BBQ.
  • Make Ahead: Bread chicken and refrigerate up to 4 hours.
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