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Plate of delicious, crispy Buffalo Chicken Tenders with dipping sauce.
Linda S. Smith

Buffalo Chicken Tenders

Crunchy on the outside and saucy on the inside, these buffalo chicken tenders are perfect for game days, weeknight dinners, or as a delicious appetizer.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Tenders
  • 1 pound Boneless chicken breasts, cut into strips Aim for even thickness for uniform cooking.
  • 1 cup Buffalo sauce Store-bought or homemade, depending on desired tanginess/spiciness.
  • 1 cup All-purpose flour Lightly seasoned with salt and pepper.
  • 1 cup Bread crumbs Use panko for extra crunch or regular for a denser crust.
  • 2 large Eggs Beaten for egg wash.
  • 2 cups Neutral oil for frying Vegetable, canola, or peanut oil with a high smoke point.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Pour oil into a deep fryer or a large, heavy pot to a depth of 2–3 inches. Heat to 350–375°F (175–190°C).
  2. Slice each chicken breast into even strips, about 1 to 1½ inches wide. Pat dry with paper towels.
  3. In one shallow bowl, beat the eggs until smooth. In another shallow bowl, combine flour and bread crumbs; season with ½ teaspoon salt and ¼ teaspoon black pepper.
Breading
  1. Dip each chicken strip into the egg, letting excess drip off, then press into the flour/breadcrumb mixture until fully coated. Shake off loose crumbs.
Frying
  1. Carefully lower the coated strips into the hot oil in small batches. Fry until deep golden, about 3–5 minutes per batch, ensuring the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  2. Transfer cooked tenders to a wire rack set over a baking sheet to drain and stay crisp. Toss with buffalo sauce until evenly coated and serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 700mgFiber: 1g

Notes

These tenders are perfect with celery sticks and ranch or blue cheese dressing. For leftovers, refrigerate and reheat in the oven or air fryer to restore crispness.

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