Buffalo Chicken Strips
Crispy, spicy, and irresistibly flavorful, these Buffalo Chicken Strips are the ultimate game-day snack or crowd-pleasing appetizer. Tender chicken tenders are perfectly breaded with a seasoned mix of flour, garlic powder, paprika, and breadcrumbs, then fried to golden-brown perfection. Tossed in a buttery Buffalo sauce that brings just the right amount of heat, these zesty strips are served alongside cool ranch or tangy blue cheese dressing for dipping, making them an indulgent yet balanced treat. Pair them with crisp celery sticks for a classic, refreshing accompaniment. Ready in just 30 minutes, this recipe delivers bold flavors, crunchy textures, and a spicy kick that’s sure to satisfy. Perfect for sharing at parties or enjoying as a comforting treat, these Buffalo Chicken Strips are the definition of finger-licking good!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Chicken tenders
- 1 cup All-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 large Eggs
- 2 tablespoons Milk
- 1 cup Breadcrumbs
- 2 cups Vegetable oil
- 0.5 cup Buffalo sauce
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 0.5 cup Ranch or blue cheese dressing
- 4 Celery sticks
Instructions
In a large bowl, combine the flour, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk to create an egg wash.
Place the breadcrumbs in a third bowl.
Dredge each chicken tender in the flour mixture, then dip it into the egg wash, and finally coat it with breadcrumbs. Ensure the chicken is evenly coated at each step.
Heat the vegetable oil in a deep skillet or saucepan over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
Carefully place the breaded chicken tenders into the hot oil, frying in batches to avoid overcrowding. Cook for 3-4 minutes per side or until golden brown and fully cooked (internal temperature of 165°F/74°C).
Remove the chicken strips from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil.
In a small saucepan, combine the Buffalo sauce and unsalted butter over medium heat. Stir until the butter is melted and the sauce is warm.
Toss the cooked chicken strips in the warm Buffalo sauce until fully coated.
Serve immediately with ranch or blue cheese dressing on the side, along with celery sticks for a refreshing crunch. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1585 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 140.8 g | 181% | |
| Saturated Fat | 24.7 g | 124% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 67.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 164 mg | 55% | |
| Sodium | 2142 mg | 93% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 64.9 g | 24% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.0 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.3 g | ||
| Protein | 28.6 g | 57% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.7 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 101 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 3.8 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 527 mg | 11% | |
*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.
