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Buffalo Chicken Tenders

Buffalo Chicken Tenders pair well with cooling dips like ranch or blue cheese dressing, which help balance the heat. They can be served as an appetizer, in wraps, on sandwiches, or with celery and carrot sticks for a classic touch. Whether you like them extra spicy or with a milder sauce, these tenders are a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Appetizer
Cuisine American
Servings 4
Calories 350 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 Ib chicken tenders
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 egg
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 cup buffalo sauce
  • 2 tablespoon melted butter
  • Cooking spray or oil for baking

Instructions
 

  • Preheat Oven or Heat Oil: If baking, preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. If frying, heat oil in a pan to 350°F (175°C).
  • Coat the Chicken: Mix flour, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Dip chicken tenders in flour, then egg, then breadcrumbs.
  • Cook the Tenders: Place on a baking sheet, spray lightly with oil, and bake for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway.
  • Toss in Sauce: Mix buffalo sauce with melted butter, then toss cooked tenders until fully coated.