Description
Crispy Buttermilk Fried Chicken Tenders are a delicious and crunchy treat, perfect for any occasion. Marinated in a flavorful buttermilk mixture and coated with a crispy blend of flour and cornflakes, these tenders are sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 500 g chicken tenders (or chicken breast cut into strips)
- 1 cup (240 ml) buttermilk (or milk + 1 tbsp lemon juice, rested 10 min)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 ½ cups (190 g) all-purpose flour
- 1 cup (100 g) crushed cornflakes or panko breadcrumbs (for extra crunch)
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp baking powder
- Salt & pepper to taste
- Vegetable oil (enough to deep fry, about 2–3 cups depending on pan size)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix buttermilk with garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, cayenne, salt, and pepper.
- Add chicken tenders, ensuring they are fully coated.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours (overnight for best flavor).
- In another bowl, mix flour, crushed cornflakes, paprika, garlic powder, baking powder, salt, and pepper.
- Remove chicken from marinade, letting excess drip off.
- Dredge each tender in the flour mixture, pressing firmly to coat well.
- Place on a tray and let rest for 10 minutes (helps coating stick).
- Heat oil in a deep pan to 175°C (350°F).
- Fry chicken tenders in batches for 5–6 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
- Place on a wire rack or paper towel to drain excess oil.
- Serve hot with ranch dressing, honey mustard, or your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate the chicken overnight.
- Adjust the cayenne pepper according to your heat preference.
- Ensure the oil is hot enough before frying to achieve a crispy texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg