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Buffalo Chicken Tenders on plate with dipping sauce and celery sticks

Buffalo Chicken Tenders: Easy Homemade Crispy Recipe


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  • Author: koukie larrouy
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

Delicious, crispy Buffalo Chicken Tenders made at home, coated in spicy buffalo sauce and perfect for appetizers, family dinners, or party platters.


Ingredients

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  • 1 lb (450 g) chicken tenders or sliced chicken breasts

  • ½ cup (60 g) flour

  • 2 large eggs, beaten

  • 1 ½ cups (150 g) panko breadcrumbs

  • 1 tsp paprika

  • Salt and pepper to taste

  • ½ cup (120 ml) buffalo sauce (Frank’s RedHot recommended)

  • ¼ cup (60 g) melted butter

  • 1 tbsp vinegar (optional)


Instructions

  1. Pat chicken dry with paper towels.

  2. Dredge in flour, shake off excess.

  3. Dip into beaten eggs.

  4. Press into panko breadcrumbs mixed with paprika, salt, and pepper.

  5. Repeat egg and breadcrumb steps for extra crunch.

  6. Let rest in fridge 10-15 minutes.

  7. Fry in 350°F (175°C) oil for 3-4 minutes per side OR bake at 400°F (200°C) for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway.

  8. Mix buffalo sauce, melted butter, and vinegar.

  9. Toss cooked tenders in sauce and serve with dips and veggies.

Notes

For a lighter version, bake or air fry the tenders. Use gluten-free breadcrumbs if needed. Chill breaded chicken before cooking for best results.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer, Main Course
  • Method: Fry or Bake
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 portion
  • Calories: 350 kcal
  • Sugar: 2 g
  • Sodium: 700 mg
  • Fat: 20 g
  • Saturated Fat: 8 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 25 g
  • Fiber: 1 g
  • Protein: 25 g
  • Cholesterol: 90 mg