Battered Chicken Tenders
These killer Battered Chicken Tenders are marinated in seasoned flour and tangy buttermilk then pan-fried till crispy outside, tender inside!
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Servings: 4
Calories: 381kcal
Equipment
- Bowl
- Skillet
Ingredients
- 1 ½ pounds chicken breasts
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon ground cumin
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 2 eggs
- vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Cut the chicken breasts into strips (tenders).
- In a shallow bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, garlic powder, paprika, cumin, oregano, salt, and black pepper.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, and eggs until well combined.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or frying pan over medium heat. You want enough oil to cover the bottom of the pan by about ½ inch.
- Take one chicken tender at a time and dip it into the dry batter mixture, coating it evenly. Shake off any excess flour.
- Dip the coated chicken tender into the wet batter mixture, making sure it's fully coated.
- Carefully place the battered chicken tender into the hot oil. Repeat the process with a few more tenders, making sure not to overcrowd the pan.
- Cook the chicken tenders for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and cooked through. The internal temperature should reach 165°F (74°C).
- Remove the cooked chicken tenders from the pan with metal tongs and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil.
- Repeat with the remaining chicken tenders, adding more oil to the pan if necessary.
- Serve the stovetop battered chicken tenders hot with your favorite dipping sauce, such as barbecue sauce, honey mustard, or ranch dressing.
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Nutrition
Calories: 381kcal | Carbohydrates: 28g | Protein: 44g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.03g | Cholesterol: 197mg | Sodium: 584mg | Potassium: 801mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 519IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 99mg | Iron: 3mg
The nutritional information provided is approximate and can vary depending on several factors, so is not guaranteed to be accurate. Please see a registered dietician for special diet advice.