A delicious recipe for crispy Chick-Fil-A style chicken tenders that are easy to make at home.
Author:Isabella
Prep Time:1 hour
Cook Time:10 minutes
Total Time:1 hour 10 minutes
Yield:4 servings 1x
Category:Main Course
Method:Frying
Cuisine:American
Diet:Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips
1 cup buttermilk
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon paprika
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup peanut oil (for frying)
Instructions
In a large bowl, combine the buttermilk, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika.
Add the chicken strips to the marinade, ensuring they are fully coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or up to overnight for best flavor.
In a shallow dish, place the flour.
Remove the chicken from the marinade, allowing excess to drip off, and dredge each piece in the flour, pressing lightly to adhere. Shake off any excess flour.
In a large skillet, heat the peanut oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F.
Carefully add the chicken tenders to the hot oil in batches, making sure not to overcrowd the pan.
Fry for about 4-5 minutes per side or until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F).
Use a slotted spoon to transfer the cooked tenders to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
For extra crunch, consider double-dipping the chicken in the buttermilk and flour before frying.
You can add cayenne pepper to the flour mixture for a spicy kick.
For a healthier option, bake the tenders at 400°F for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and cooked through.