Buffalo Chicken Tenders or Fingers
Crispy, golden, and irresistibly spicy, these Buffalo Chicken Tenders are a crowd-pleaser that delivers bold flavor with every bite. Perfectly seasoned with a blend of garlic powder, paprika, and a touch of baking powder for lightness, these tenders are double-dipped for maximum crunch. Tossed in a buttery, tangy buffalo sauce made with Frank's RedHot, they bring the ideal balance of heat and richness. Serve them hot with ranch or blue cheese dressing on the side for dipping, along with refreshing celery and carrot sticks to cool things down. Whether you're hosting game day or craving a restaurant-quality treat at home, these fried chicken fingers are a must-try that’s ready in just 30 minutes!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken tenders
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 0.25 cup cornstarch
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 0.5 cup Frank's RedHot Sauce (or other buffalo sauce)
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 cups vegetable oil (for frying)
- 1 cup optional: ranch or blue cheese dressing
- 1 serving optional: celery sticks, carrot sticks
Instructions
In a large bowl, combine flour, cornstarch, baking powder, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
Pour buttermilk into another medium-sized bowl.
Dip each chicken tender into the buttermilk to coat, then dredge in the flour mixture until fully coated. Place coated tenders on a plate.
Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or deep pot to 350°F (175°C). Use a thermometer to ensure proper temperature.
Carefully add 3–4 chicken tenders at a time to the hot oil. Fry for 3–4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and fully cooked (internal temperature of 165°F/75°C). Remove and place on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. Repeat for remaining tenders.
In a small saucepan over low heat, combine the buffalo sauce and butter. Stir until the butter melts and the sauce is smooth.
Place the fried chicken tenders in a large mixing bowl. Pour the warm buffalo sauce over the tenders and toss gently to coat evenly.
Serve immediately with ranch or blue cheese dressing on the side and optional celery or carrot sticks.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2842 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 292.3 g | 375% | |
| Saturated Fat | 49.5 g | 247% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 102 mg | 34% | |
| Sodium | 2757 mg | 120% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 55.9 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.7 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.8 g | ||
| Protein | 24.5 g | 49% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.0 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 134 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 2.3 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 469 mg | 10% | |
*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.
