Crispy Buttermilk-Fried Chicken Tenders
Crispy Buttermilk-Fried Chicken Tenders deliver a crackling, golden crust that gives way to juicy, well-seasoned meat. A gentle tang from the buttermilk balances notes of paprika, mustard, and garlic for layered flavor in every bite. Perfect for game day spreads, casual dinners, or a family-friendly snack with your favorite dipping sauces.
- Prep10 mins
- Cook20 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Crispy Buttermilk-Fried Chicken Tenders, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 54 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 16 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityPoor
- 36 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Unprocessed or minimally processed
- 1 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 39
- Heart Health
- 65
- Metabolic
- 28
- Digestive
- 36
- Inflammatory
- 27
- Performance
- 33
- General Wellness
- 1
Refrigerate the chicken tenders in buttermilk in a large glass or ceramic bowl for 20 to 30 minutes.
- 2
Meanwhile, place the flour, salt, garlic salt, mustard powder, paprika, and black pepper in a large brown paper bag and combine.
- 3
Heat oil in a deep fryer or large saucepan to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- 4
Take the chicken out of the buttermilk and gently shake off the excess; discard the buttermilk. The chicken should still be damp. Add the chicken to the seasoned flour and shake until well coated.
- 5
Carefully lower the chicken into the hot oil in batches, about 6 pieces at a time depending on the size of your fryer or saucepan. Fry until golden brown, crispy, and no longer pink in the centers, 6 to 8 minutes. Move to a plate lined with paper towels to drain. Season with salt and black pepper while still warm. Repeat with the remaining chicken.
- Calories 1389.8 kcal High 69%
- Protein 45.33 g Good Source 91%
- Carbohydrate 44.78 g 16%
- Total Fat 117.71 g High 151%
- Saturated Fat 3.28 g Moderate 16%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 86.32 mg High 29%
- Sodium 501.55 mg High 22%
- Dietary Fiber 3.05 g Moderate 11%
- Total Sugars 5.45 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 163.69 mg Moderate 13%
- Iron 3.37 mg Moderate 19%
- Potassium 88.68 mg Low Source 2%
- Vitamin A 53.32 mcg Low Source 6%
- Vitamin C 1.71 mg Low Source 2%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Peanuts 🥜
- Milk 🥛
- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
- Mustard
- Garlic 🧄
About This Recipe
Crispy Buttermilk Fried Chicken Tenders is made with 10 ingredients and serves 4. It takes about 30 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include All Purpose Flour, Black Pepper, Buttermilk, and Chicken Tenderloin. Each serving provides about 1389.8 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Crispy Buttermilk-Fried Chicken Tenders made of?
- The main ingredients are All-Purpose Flour, Black Pepper, Buttermilk, Chicken Tenderloin, Dry Mustard. The full list of 10 is above.
- How long does it take to make Crispy Buttermilk-Fried Chicken Tenders?
- About 30 mins in total: 10 mins to prepare and 20 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 1389.8 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Crispy Buttermilk-Fried Chicken Tenders easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 10 ingredients and 5 steps.
- Is Crispy Buttermilk-Fried Chicken Tenders healthy?
- Crispy Buttermilk-Fried Chicken Tenders has an easyChef Pro health score of 41/100. Per serving, it provides 1389.8 calories and 45.33 g of protein, or 91% of the Daily Value. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 501.55 mg (22% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 3.28 g (16% of the Daily Value). It contains Peanuts, Milk, Wheat, Gluten, Mustard and Garlic, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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