Buffalo Chicken Tenders with Blue Cheese Coleslaw

Crispy, spicy, and utterly mouthwatering, these Buffalo Chicken Tenders with Blue Cheese Coleslaw are the perfect balance of bold flavors and satisfying crunch. Tender pieces of chicken are coated in a seasoned flour mixture, dipped in buttermilk and hot sauce, then rolled in crunchy panko breadcrumbs before being fried to golden perfection. Tossed in tangy Buffalo sauce, these tenders pack the perfect spicy punch. Paired with a creamy blue cheese coleslaw made with shredded cabbage, crisp carrots, and a zesty homemade dressing, this dish offers a delightful contrast of heat and coolness. Ready in just 40 minutes, this crowd-pleaser is perfect for game days, casual dinners, or anytime you crave a restaurant-style indulgence at home.

Nutriscore Rating: 49/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 lb chicken tenders
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp salt
• 0.5 tsp black pepper
• 1 cup buttermilk
• 0.25 cup hot sauce
• 2 eggs
• 2 cups panko breadcrumbs
• 4 cups oil for frying
• 0.5 cup buffalo sauce
• 3 cups green cabbage, shredded
• 1 cup carrots, shredded
• 0.5 cup blue cheese, crumbled
• 0.5 cup mayonnaise
• 0.25 cup sour cream
• 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
• 1 tsp sugar
• 0.5 tsp salt for slaw
• 0.25 tsp black pepper for slaw

Directions

Step 1

In a medium bowl, combine the flour, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.

Step 2

In a separate bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, hot sauce, and eggs.

Step 3

Place the panko breadcrumbs in a third bowl.

Step 4

Dredge each chicken tender in the flour mixture, then dip it into the buttermilk mixture, and finally coat it with the panko breadcrumbs. Set aside on a plate.

Step 5

Heat the oil in a deep skillet or fryer to 350°F (175°C).

Step 6

Fry the chicken tenders in batches for 4-5 minutes per side, or until golden brown and fully cooked. Transfer to a wire rack or plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.

Step 7

Once the chicken is cooked, toss the tenders in the Buffalo sauce until evenly coated.

Step 8

To make the blue cheese coleslaw, combine the cabbage, carrots, and crumbled blue cheese in a large bowl.

Step 9

In a smaller bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, apple cider vinegar, sugar, salt, and black pepper until smooth. Pour this dressing over the cabbage mixture and toss to combine.

Step 10

Serve the Buffalo chicken tenders hot alongside the blue cheese coleslaw. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2862.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	12169.0

Total Fat 1182.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 196.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.0g
Cholesterol 861.8mg	0%
Sodium 14550.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 319.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 22.3g	0%
Total Sugars 45.5g
Protein 172.4g	0%

Vitamin D 234.5IU	0%
Calcium 1358.1mg	0%
Iron 20.6mg	0%
Potassium 3287.8mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 84.4%

Protein: 5.5%

Carbs: 10.1%