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Buffalo Chicken Tenders

These Buffalo Chicken Tenders are tender, juicy, and coated in a sweet and spicy sauce, making them a family favorite for light dinners, gatherings, or cravings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb Chicken Tenders Fresh is best for tender and juicy bites.
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Provides a perfect crispy coating.
  • 2 pieces Eggs A binding agent for the flour.
  • 1 cup Buffalo Sauce Use your favorite brand or homemade.
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder Adds delicious depth of flavor.
  • 1 tsp Onion Powder A subtle sweetness that complements the heat.
  • 1 tsp Paprika Provides warmth and smokiness.
  • to taste Salt and Pepper Enhances all the flavors.
  • Cooking Oil Use canola or vegetable oil for frying.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Rinse the chicken tenders under cold water and pat them dry with a paper towel.
  2. In one bowl, place the flour and season with garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  3. In another bowl, whisk the eggs until well combined.
Cooking
  1. Dip each chicken tender first into the egg mixture, letting the excess drip off, and then coat in the seasoned flour.
  2. In a large skillet, heat about 1/4 inch of oil over medium-high heat.
  3. Carefully place the coated tenders into the heated oil, cooking in batches if necessary.
  4. Fry until golden brown and crispy, about 4-5 minutes per side.
  5. Once cooked through, remove from the skillet and place on a paper towel-lined plate to drain.
  6. Toss the hot tenders with Buffalo sauce until evenly coated.
Serving
  1. Arrange the Buffalo Chicken Tenders on a platter and serve.

Notes

For a lighter dish, swap out the flour for whole wheat flour and use Greek yogurt instead of typical wing sauce. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months.