There’s nothing quite like crispy, golden-brown chicken tenders served with a delicious dipping sauce! Whether you’re making them for a party, a family meal, or just craving something crunchy and flavorful, this recipe is quick, easy, and absolutely delicious. 😍
With a crispy, seasoned coating on the outside and tender, juicy chicken on the inside, these homemade chicken tenders are way better than fast food! Plus, I’ll include an irresistible dipping sauce that takes them to the next level! 🍯🔥
🍗 Ingredients
For the Chicken Tenders:
✅ 1 lb chicken tenders (or boneless chicken breast, cut into strips)
✅ 1 cup buttermilk (or regular milk with 1 tbsp lemon juice) 🥛🍋
✅ 1 teaspoon salt 🧂
✅ ½ teaspoon black pepper
✅ ½ teaspoon garlic powder 🧄
✅ ½ teaspoon paprika 🌶️
✅ 1 cup all-purpose flour 🌾
✅ 1 cup panko breadcrumbs (for extra crispiness!) 🍞
✅ 2 eggs 🥚
✅ Oil for frying (vegetable or canola)
For the Dipping Sauce:
✅ ½ cup mayonnaise
✅ 2 tablespoons honey 🍯
✅ 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
✅ 1 tablespoon ketchup 🍅
✅ ½ teaspoon paprika
✅ ½ teaspoon garlic powder
✅ A pinch of salt and pepper
🔥 Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Chicken
1️⃣ In a bowl, mix the buttermilk, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
2️⃣ Add the chicken strips and let them marinate for at least 30 minutes (or overnight for extra tenderness).
Step 2: Set Up the Breading Station
3️⃣ Prepare three bowls:
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