Description
Buffalo Chicken Tenders are a flavorful and crispy delight, perfect for game days, parties, or a satisfying dinner option.
Ingredients
- 1½ lbs chicken breast tenderloins
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 cup breadcrumbs or panko
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp paprika
- 1 cup Buffalo sauce (like Frank’s Red Hot)
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- Vegetable oil or olive oil, for frying
- Ranch or blue cheese dressing, for dipping
Instructions
1. Prep the Coating Stations: Begin by setting up your coating stations. Place the flour in one bowl, the beaten eggs in a second bowl, and combine the breadcrumbs, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika in a third bowl.
2. Coat the Tenders: Dredge each chicken tender in the flour, then dip it into the beaten egg, and finally, coat it in the breadcrumb mixture. Be sure to press lightly to ensure the coating sticks to the chicken.
3. Fry the Chicken: Heat ¼ inch of oil in a skillet over medium heat. Fry the chicken tenders in batches for 3–4 minutes per side, until they’re golden brown and cooked through. Drain the fried tenders on paper towels.
4. Toss in Buffalo Sauce: In a large bowl, mix the Buffalo sauce and melted butter. Add the hot chicken tenders and toss until they’re fully coated in the spicy, buttery sauce.
5. Serve and Enjoy: Arrange the saucy Buffalo Chicken Tenders on a plate and serve with your choice of ranch or blue cheese dressing for dipping. Don’t forget to include some fresh celery and carrot sticks on the side for a perfect balance of flavors and textures.
Notes
Tips for Perfect Buffalo Chicken Tenders:
Fry in batches: Avoid overcrowding the skillet, as this can cause the tenders to steam instead of fry, resulting in a less crispy exterior.
Use high-heat oil: Opt for an oil with a high smoke point, such as vegetable or peanut oil, to maintain the ideal frying temperature.
Adjust sauce consistency: If the Buffalo sauce seems too thin, you can thicken it by adding a bit more melted butter. For a spicier kick, increase the amount of Buffalo sauce.
Serve immediately: The tenders are best enjoyed hot and fresh, as the coating can lose its crispness if left to sit for too long.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 20
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 375
- Sugar: 1
- Sodium: 800
- Fat: 20
- Saturated Fat: 10
- Unsaturated Fat: 5
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 70
- Fiber: 30
- Protein: 1
- Cholesterol: 0