Buttermilk Chicken Tenders

These are the most delicious chicken tenders that are really easy to make and served with a delicious homemade ranch.

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds chicken tenderloins

  • 1 1/2 teaspoon garlic salt

  • 2 teaspoons paprika

  • 1 1/4 cup buttermilk

  • 1 1/2 cups of flour

  • 1 teaspoon baking powder

  • 1 teaspoon salt

  • 1 teaspoon pepper

  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder

  • 3 cups peanut oil

  • Ranch Dressing

Instructions

  1. Mix 3/4 cup buttermilk, garlic salt, and paprika together. Add the chicken tenders and marinate for 2 hours or up to overnight.

  2. Add the oil to a deep heavy sided pan and heat over medium high heat until the oil reaches a temp of 350 degrees

  3. In a large bowl mix the flour, remaining buttermilk, paking powder, salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Remove the chicken from the marinade and coat with the flour mixture.

  4. Add about 5 tenders to the hot oil and cook for a few minutes per side until golden brown. Set on paper towels or a rack to drain and repeat with the remaining tenders.

  5. Serve with homemade ranch dressing.

Takes 20 minutes (plus 2 hours marinade)

Serves 4-6

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