Description
Learn how to make flavorful crack chicken tenders with a crispy coating and juicy interior. This easy recipe is perfect for a quick meal or party snack.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken tenders
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
Instructions
- Place chicken tenders in buttermilk and let soak for 30 minutes.
- Mix flour, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, paprika, and cayenne pepper in a bowl.
- Combine breadcrumbs and parmesan cheese in another bowl.
- Drain chicken from buttermilk and coat with flour mixture.
- Dip floured chicken back in buttermilk, then coat with breadcrumb mixture.
- Heat oil in a pan over medium heat.
- Fry chicken tenders for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
- Drain on paper towels before serving.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, double-coat the chicken by repeating the breading steps.
- Use an air fryer at 375°F for 12-15 minutes for a healthier version.
- Serve with ranch dressing or honey mustard for dipping.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 tenders
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: crack chicken tenders, fried chicken, crispy chicken, party appetizers