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Buffalo Chicken Tenders

Crispy Buffalo Chicken Tenders for Guilt-Free Snacking

Delicious Buffalo Chicken Tenders that are crispy and guilt-free, perfect for snacking. A crowd-pleaser for any gathering.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 4 tenders
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Tenders
  • 1 pound Chicken Tenders Use fresh or thawed for the best texture.
  • 2 large Eggs Acts as a binder.
For the Breading
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Substitute with gluten-free flour if needed.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Fresh garlic is a great alternative.
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder Feel free to omit if not available.
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Smoked paprika offers an exciting twist.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust according to dietary needs.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper Using freshly ground pepper enhances flavor.
  • 1 cup Breadcrumbs Panko breadcrumbs will make them even crispier.
For the Buffalo Coating
  • 1/2 cup Buffalo Sauce Mix with butter for richness.
  • 1/4 cup Unsalted Butter Use olive oil for a dairy-free option.
For Serving (Optional)
  • 1 cup Celery Sticks A refreshing crunch to accompany the tenders.
  • 1/2 cup Blue Cheese Dressing Classic pair that complements buffalo sauce.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Shallow bowls

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Combine all-purpose flour, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper in a shallow bowl and whisk until blended.
  3. Whisk the large eggs in a separate bowl until yolks and whites are fully blended.
  4. Set up the breading station: place breadcrumbs in a third bowl next to the egg wash.
  5. Dredge each chicken tender in the flour mixture, then dip in egg, and finally coat in breadcrumbs.
  6. Mix buffalo sauce and melted butter in a small bowl until well combined, then brush over the coated tenders.
  7. Place the tenders on the baking sheet in a single layer and bake for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tenderCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 17gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For extra crunch, use panko breadcrumbs. Chill the pre-breaded tenders for 30 minutes for better adherence of coatings.

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