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Crispy Fried Chicken Tenders Recipe Easy Homemade Honey Mustard Dipping Sauce

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A quick and easy recipe for crispy fried chicken tenders paired with a homemade honey mustard dipping sauce that is perfect for busy weeknights or snacks.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 pounds fresh or thawed chicken tenders (or boneless skinless chicken breasts cut into strips)
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour (120 g) (can substitute gluten-free flour blend)
  • 1/4 cup cornstarch (30 g)
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • 1/2 cup buttermilk (120 ml) (or milk with 1 tablespoon lemon juice or vinegar, let sit 5 minutes)
  • 3 cups vegetable or canola oil (720 ml) for frying
  • For honey mustard dipping sauce:
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise (60 g)
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Pat chicken tenders dry with paper towels and set aside.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together eggs and buttermilk with a pinch of salt and pepper; let rest for 5 minutes.
  3. In a separate bowl, combine flour, cornstarch, garlic powder, paprika, onion powder, salt, and black pepper; stir well.
  4. Double-dip each chicken tender: first dip in flour mixture, shake off excess, then dip in egg and buttermilk mixture, then dip again in flour mixture pressing gently to adhere.
  5. Heat oil in a heavy-bottomed skillet or Dutch oven to 350°F (175°C) using a thermometer.
  6. Fry tenders in batches without overcrowding for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Remove and drain on a wire rack over a baking sheet.
  7. While frying, whisk together mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, honey, apple cider vinegar, salt, and pepper to make the honey mustard dipping sauce.
  8. Let tenders rest a few minutes to stay crisp, then serve warm with honey mustard sauce.

Notes

Maintain oil temperature between 325°F and 375°F to avoid greasy or burnt coating. Double-dip breading for extra crispiness. Rest tenders on wire rack to keep crust crunchy. Can bread tenders ahead and refrigerate up to 24 hours before frying. For a lighter option, bake at 425°F for 20-25 minutes flipping halfway.

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