Extra Crispy Buttermilk Chicken Tenders : Juicy, Golden, and Easy to Make
These Extra Crispy Buttermilk Chicken Tenders are everything you crave—juicy inside, golden and crunchy outside, and full of flavor in every bite. Marinated in tangy buttermilk and seasoned perfectly, they’re easy to make and taste better than takeout. Perfect for dipping, stacking in sandwiches, or serving with fries for the ultimate comfort meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes (+ marinating time)
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes (+ marinate)
- Yield: 4 1x
Ingredients
1½ lbs chicken tenders
1 cup buttermilk
1 tsp hot sauce (optional, for marinade)
1½ cups all-purpose flour
1 tsp paprika
1 tsp garlic powder
½ tsp onion powder
½ tsp salt
½ tsp black pepper
Oil for frying
Instructions
Marinate: In a bowl, combine buttermilk and hot sauce. Add chicken tenders, cover, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour (or overnight for max tenderness).
Prep Coating: In another bowl, whisk together flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
Dredge: Remove chicken from marinade, letting excess drip off. Coat well in flour mixture.
Fry: Heat oil in a deep skillet or fryer to 350°F (175°C). Fry chicken in batches for 4–5 minutes until golden brown and cooked through. Drain on paper towels.
Serve: Enjoy hot with your favorite dipping sauces.
Nutrition
- Calories: 420 per serving
- Fat: 22g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Protein: 36g