Buffalo Chicken Fingers
Crispy, golden, and bursting with bold flavors, these Buffalo Chicken Fingers are the perfect fusion of tender chicken and zesty heat. Coated in a crunchy panko breading and fried to perfection, each chicken tender is then drenched in a luscious homemade buffalo sauce made with melted butter, tangy hot sauce, and a touch of sweet honey. Ideal for game days, parties, or a satisfying weeknight treat, this easy 35-minute recipe delivers restaurant-quality results right in your own kitchen. Serve these spicy, mouthwatering tenders with cool ranch or blue cheese dressing and crisp celery sticks for the ultimate appetizer or main course. Designed for maximum flavor and crunch, this recipe is sure to become a family favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound chicken tenders
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon paprika
- 2 eggs
- 2 tablespoons water
- 2 cups panko breadcrumbs
- 2 cups vegetable oil
- 0.33 cup unsalted butter
- 0.5 cup hot sauce (such as Frank's RedHot)
- 1 tablespoon honey
Instructions
Preheat your vegetable oil in a large skillet or deep fryer to 350°F (175°C).
In a shallow dish, combine the flour, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
In another shallow dish, whisk the eggs with the water until fully combined.
Place the panko breadcrumbs in a third shallow dish.
Pat the chicken tenders dry with paper towels. Dredge each tender in the flour mixture, then dip it into the egg mixture, and finally coat it in the panko breadcrumbs. Press gently to ensure the breadcrumbs adhere.
Fry the breaded chicken tenders in small batches for 4-5 minutes, or until golden brown and fully cooked (internal temperature of 165°F). Remove and place on a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil.
In a small saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over medium-low heat. Stir in the hot sauce and honey until the sauce is smooth and well combined.
Toss the cooked chicken tenders in the buffalo sauce until evenly coated.
Serve immediately with ranch or blue cheese dressing and celery sticks, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
6245 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 543.6 g | 697% | |
| Saturated Fat | 97.4 g | 487% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 268.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 681 mg | 227% | |
| Sodium | 10416 mg | 453% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 256.4 g | 93% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.8 g | 39% | |
| Total Sugars | 27.4 g | ||
| Protein | 131.3 g | 263% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.1 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 197 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 16.0 mg | 89% | |
| Potassium | 1473 mg | 31% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
