Spicy Chicken Tenders
Turn up the heat with these irresistibly crispy Spicy Chicken Tenders, perfect for anyone craving bold flavor and satisfying crunch. Marinated in a zesty blend of buttermilk and hot sauce, these tenders are infused with tangy heat that’s balanced by a perfectly seasoned coating of flour, cornstarch, and spices like cayenne, paprika, and garlic powder. Fried to golden perfection, each bite is crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside, and bursting with flavor. Ready in just 35 minutes, this easy recipe is ideal for game day snacks, quick family dinners, or a crowd-pleasing appetizer. Serve them up with your favorite dipping sauce and watch these spicy tenders disappear in no time! Perfect keywords: spicy chicken tenders, crispy fried chicken, easy appetizer recipe, buttermilk chicken marinade.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Chicken tenders
- 1 cup Buttermilk
- 2 tablespoons Hot sauce
- 1 cup All-purpose flour
- 0.5 cup Cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 cups Vegetable oil
Instructions
In a large bowl, combine the buttermilk and hot sauce.
Add the chicken tenders to the buttermilk mixture and ensure they are fully submerged. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 4 hours for better flavor infusion.
In another bowl, whisk together flour, cornstarch, paprika, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. The oil should reach about 350°F.
Remove chicken tenders from the buttermilk mixture, letting any excess drip off, then dredge them in the flour mixture until fully coated.
Carefully place chicken tenders into the hot oil, about 3-4 at a time to avoid overcrowding. Fry until golden brown and cooked through, about 3-4 minutes per side.
Use a slotted spoon to remove the tenders from the oil and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
Repeat the process until all chicken tenders are cooked, ensuring the oil returns to the correct temperature between batches.
Serve the spicy chicken tenders hot with your choice of dipping sauces.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1349 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 118.5 g | 152% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.3 g | 92% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 67.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 52 mg | 17% | |
| Sodium | 1184 mg | 51% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 59.8 g | 22% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.4 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.5 g | ||
| Protein | 22.5 g | 45% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.8 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 96 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 2.1 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 386 mg | 8% | |
*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.
