Welcome to a recipe for Crispy Fried Chicken Tenders, a delicious and crunchy treat that’s perfect as a main course, appetizer, or snack. These chicken tenders are seasoned, breaded, and fried to golden perfection. Follow this detailed guide to create mouthwatering Crispy Fried Chicken Tenders.
Ingredients
Before we start, let’s gather all the necessary ingredients for the chicken tenders.
For the Chicken Tenders:
- 1 1/2 pounds chicken tenders or boneless, skinless chicken breasts cut into strips
- 2 cups buttermilk
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)
For the Breading:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)
For Frying:
- Vegetable oil or peanut oil (for frying)