Description
Buffalo Chicken Tenders are your new go-to for a crispy, flavorful snack that elevates any gathering. These tender strips of chicken are coated in a zesty blend of spices and fried to golden perfection. Perfect for game nights or casual dinners, they’re best enjoyed with your favorite dipping sauces like ranch or blue cheese. With each bite, you’ll experience a delightful crunch followed by a burst of spicy flavor that will have everyone coming back for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup Buffalo sauce (adjust to taste)
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 cup canola oil (for frying)
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken by cutting it into strips about 1 inch wide.
- Set up a coating station: In one bowl, mix flour with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. In another bowl, beat the eggs.
- Dip each chicken strip into the egg mixture, then coat thoroughly with the flour mixture.
- Heat oil in a deep skillet over medium-high heat until it reaches approximately 350°F (175°C).
- Fry the coated chicken strips in batches until golden brown (about 4-5 minutes per side). Drain on paper towels and toss in Buffalo sauce before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 4 oz cooked tenders
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 660mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 100mg