Buttermilk Fried Chicken Tenders
Crispy and comforting buttermilk fried chicken tenders, perfect for any emotional meltdown or gathering.
Ingredients
Marinade
- 1 lb chicken tenders
- 1 cup buttermilk Or substitute with milk + lemon if necessary.
Breading
- 1 cup all-purpose flour Consider a coarser flour or adding cornstarch for extra crunch.
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
For Frying
- Oil for frying Use enough for deep frying.
Instructions
Marinating
- In a bowl, combine the chicken tenders and buttermilk. Marinate for at least 1 hour, or overnight for best results.
Preparing the Breading
- In a separate bowl, mix together flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
Frying
- Heat oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat.
- Remove chicken from the buttermilk, allowing excess to drip off, then dredge in the seasoned flour mixture.
- Fry the chicken tenders in batches until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes per side.
- Drain on paper towels and serve with buttermilk ranch or your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
Don’t crowd the pan. Flip with confidence. For leftovers, store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days and reheat in a hot oven or air fryer to maintain crunch.