Name: Buttermilk Fried Chicken Tenders
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 cups buttermilk; 1 1/2 pounds chicken tenders; 2 cups all-purpose flour; 1/2 cup cornstarch; Vegetable oil (for frying); 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 1 teaspoon onion powder; 1 teaspoon smoked paprika; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 1 teaspoon baking powder; 1 tablespoon hot sauce (optional); 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)

Buttermilk Fried Chicken Tenders

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Enjoy crispy, juicy Buttermilk Fried Chicken Tenders that are easy to make! Perfect for meal prep—try this delicious recipe today!

Author: Harper
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
Category: Main
Method: Frying
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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2 cups buttermilk
1 1/2 pounds chicken tenders
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup cornstarch
Vegetable oil (for frying)
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 tablespoon hot sauce (optional)
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)

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Instructions

Marinate chicken in buttermilk mixed with seasonings for at least 2 hours or overnight.
In another bowl, combine flour, cornstarch, and more seasonings for the coating.
Heat vegetable oil in a skillet to 350°F.
Coat marinated chicken in the flour mixture and let it rest for 10 minutes.
Fry chicken tenders in batches for about 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown.
Drain on a wire rack and serve hot with your favorite sauces.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 3 tenders (150g)
Calories: 420
Sugar: 1g
Sodium: 950mg
Fat: 20g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 16g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 40g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 22g
Cholesterol: 90mg

Find it online: https://cookingwithharper.com/buttermilk-fried-chicken-tenders/