Fried Chicken Tenders
Fried chicken tenders are a crowd-pleasing favorite, featuring a crispy golden crust that encases juicy, flavorful chicken. Perfectly seasoned and easy to make, these tenders are ideal for family dinners, game nights, or as a delicious snack. Pair them with your favorite dipping sauces like ranch or honey mustard for an irresistible treat that will leave everyone wanting more.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder (or your favorite spices)
Instructions
- Cut chicken breasts into strips and soak in buttermilk for at least 2 hours.
- Set up a breading station: one bowl with flour mixed with salt and pepper, another with beaten eggs, and a third with panko breadcrumbs mixed with your desired spices.
- Dredge each chicken strip in flour, dip in egg, and coat in panko.
- Heat oil in a skillet to 350°F (175°C). Fry the tenders in batches until golden brown, about 3-5 minutes per side.
- Drain on paper towels and serve hot with your favorite dipping sauces.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 chicken tenders (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg