Juicy, crispy, and full of flavor — these chicken tenders are easy to make and absolutely irresistible. Perfect for lunch, dinner, or party snacks.

✅ Ingredients

• 500g boneless chicken breast (cut into strips)
• 1 cup buttermilk (or plain yogurt + splash of water)
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 cup breadcrumbs (use panko for extra crunch)
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp paprika
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Oil for frying (or use air fryer/oven as a healthy option)

👩‍🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Marinate the Chicken

Soak the chicken strips in buttermilk, salt, and pepper.
Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (or up to 4 hours) to keep the meat tender and juicy.

2. Prepare the Coating

• In one bowl, mix flour, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
• In another bowl, add breadcrumbs.

3. Coat the Chicken

• Remove chicken from marinade.
• First, coat each strip in the flour mixture.
• Then dip it back into the buttermilk.
• Finally, roll it in breadcrumbs and press gently so the coating sticks well.

4. Cook the Tenders

Frying:
Heat oil in a pan over medium heat. Fry each tender for 3–4 minutes per side or until golden and cooked through.

Air Fryer:
Spray tenders lightly with oil. Cook at 200°C (390°F) for 12–15 minutes, flipping halfway.

Oven:
Preheat oven to 220°C (425°F). Bake for 20 minutes, flipping halfway through. Spray lightly with oil for extra crispiness.

5. Serve & Enjoy!

Serve hot with your favorite dips like:

• Honey mustard
• BBQ sauce
• Spicy mayo

Perfect for family meals, kids’ snacks, or game night!