Description

Buffalo Chicken Tenders are the ultimate crowd-pleaser, combining tender chicken strips with a crispy coating and bold buffalo sauce. Perfect for game nights or weeknight dinners, these tenders are simple to make and guaranteed to impress. Each bite delivers a satisfying crunch followed by a spicy kick, making them an irresistible snack or main dish.

Ingredients

Scale

3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
1 cup all-purpose flour
2 large eggs
1 cup panko breadcrumbs
1/2 cup buffalo sauce (store-bought or homemade)
1 tsp garlic powder
Salt and pepper to taste
Vegetable oil for frying

Instructions

Cut chicken breasts into 1-inch strips and pat dry.
Set up a breading station with three bowls: one with seasoned flour (mix garlic powder, salt, and pepper), one with beaten eggs, and one with panko breadcrumbs.
Dredge each chicken strip in flour, dip in egg wash, then coat in panko.
Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
Fry chicken strips for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
Toss hot tenders in buffalo sauce before serving.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Main
Method: Frying
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 4 tenders (180g)
Calories: 380
Sugar: 0g
Sodium: 950mg
Fat: 20g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 15g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 24g
Cholesterol: 75mg

Keywords: For extra crunch, double-dip the chicken in the egg wash and panko breadcrumbs. Experiment with different spices such as smoked paprika or cayenne for added flavor. Serve with celery sticks and your favorite dipping sauces like ranch or blue cheese.