Crispy Buttermilk Chicken Tenders

This buttermilk chicken tender recipe is the perfect way to make homemade tenders! The chicken is crispy, flavorful, and so easy to make. Not to mention, so much healthier!

📝 Ingredients

• 1 cup buttermilk
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp ground black pepper
• 2 lbs chicken tenderloins
• 1 cup all-purpose flour (measured then sifted)
• 1 cup panko crumbs
• 1 1/4 tsp salt (or to taste)
• 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
• 1 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 1 1/2 tsp parsley flakes
• 1 tsp ground paprika
• 1 tsp cornstarch
• oil for frying
• Chick fila sauce from scratch

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1In a bowl, mix buttermilk, salt, and pepper.
2. 2Add the chicken tenders to the marinade and leave to marinate in the fridge for at least 1 hour or overnight.
3. 3Add all of the ingredients for the breading into a deep dish.
4. 4Remove the chicken tenderloins from the marinade one at a time. Allow the excess milk to drip off and generously dredge in the breading mixture.
5. 5Set on a separate plate and repeat with all the tenders.
6. 6Meanwhile, heat 3 inches of oil in a deep skillet. Use a thermometer to heat the oil to 350°F.
7. 7Add the chicken tenders one at a time, being careful not to overcrowd the pan. You may need to fry them in multiple batches. Fry the tenders for 6-8 minutes, flipping halfway through.
8. 8Remove the fried tenders from the pan and place them on a wire rack to cool. This will prevent them from steaming and getting soggy on a plate or paper towel.
9. 9Repeat with the remaining tenders and serve with your favorite sauces.
10. 10Serve, and enjoy friends!