Description
Indulge in the irresistible crunch and spicy flavor of Saucy Buffalo Chicken Tenders. Perfect for game day or a cozy night in, these tenders offer a delightful mix of crispy coating and tangy sauce that will have everyone coming back for more. Quick to prepare and packed with flavor, they can be enjoyed as a snack or transformed into a meal. Get ready for a taste sensation that’s sure to impress!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 cup buffalo sauce
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil (for frying)
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter (for the sauce)
- Hot sauce (optional)
Instructions
- Slice chicken breasts into strips about one inch wide.
- Dredge each strip in seasoned flour (flour mixed with salt and pepper).
- Dip floured strips into beaten egg mixed with water, then coat with panko breadcrumbs.
- Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Fry chicken strips for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy.
- Drain on paper towels; toss in a bowl with melted butter and buffalo sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 4 oz (113g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 990mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 19g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Marinate chicken in buffalo sauce for extra flavor before cooking. Substitute buffalo sauce with honey mustard or teriyaki for different tastes. Serve with cooling ranch or blue cheese dressing.