Crack Chicken Tenders Crispy Joy (Print)

Golden, crispy chicken tenders packed with bold flavor and tender, juicy texture. Simple and crowd-pleasing.

# Ingredients:

01 - 450 g chicken tenders
02 - 240 ml buttermilk
03 - 100 g gluten-free breadcrumbs
04 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
05 - 1 teaspoon onion powder
06 - 1 teaspoon paprika
07 - Salt, to taste
08 - Black pepper, to taste
09 - Oil, for frying

# Steps:

01 - Submerge chicken tenders in buttermilk and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
02 - In a shallow bowl, combine gluten-free breadcrumbs with garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
03 - Remove chicken from marinade and thoroughly coat each piece in the breadcrumb mixture.
04 - Pour oil into a large frying pan and heat over medium temperature.
05 - Place coated chicken tenders in hot oil and fry for 5–7 minutes per side until crisp and golden brown.
06 - Transfer fried chicken to a plate lined with paper towels to absorb excess oil.
07 - Arrange hot chicken tenders on a serving platter and enjoy immediately.

# Additional Notes:

01 - For a lighter alternative, bake the tenders at 200°C for 18–22 minutes, turning once for even browning.
02 - Pair with your preferred dipping sauce for enhanced flavor.
03 - Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator.