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Chick-Fil-A Chicken Tenders: Discover Easy Cooking Tips!

Crispy Chick-Fil-A Style Chicken Tenders that are easy to make at home.
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Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 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

Method
 

  1. In a large bowl, combine the buttermilk, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika.
  2. Add the chicken strips to the buttermilk mixture, ensuring they are well coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or overnight for best flavor.
  3. In a shallow dish, place the flour.
  4. Remove the chicken from the buttermilk mixture, allowing excess to drip off, and dredge each piece in the flour until fully coated.
  5. In a large skillet, heat the peanut oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F.
  6. Carefully add the chicken tenders in batches, making sure not to overcrowd the pan. Fry for about 4-5 minutes on each side or until golden brown and cooked through.
  7. Use a meat thermometer to ensure the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  8. Once cooked, transfer the chicken tenders to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
  9. Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauces.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 30gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 500mgFiber: 1g

Notes

  • For extra crunch, try double-dipping the chicken in the buttermilk and flour before frying.
  • You can also experiment with different spices in the flour, such as cayenne pepper for heat or Italian seasoning for a different flavor profile.

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