Ingredients
- 2 lbs chicken tenders (or boneless chicken breasts cut into strips)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- ½ cup cornstarch
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup buttermilk
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- ½ tsp cayenne pepper (optional for spice)
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Prepare the coating – In a bowl, mix flour, cornstarch, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and cayenne (if using).
- Whisk the eggs – In a separate bowl, whisk eggs with buttermilk.
- Set up the breadcrumbs – Place panko breadcrumbs in a third bowl.
- Coat the chicken – Dredge each chicken strip in the flour mixture, dip in the egg mixture, then coat with panko breadcrumbs.
- Heat the oil – In a deep pan, heat vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C).
- Fry the chicken – Fry in batches for 5-7 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
- Drain and serve – Remove and place on a paper towel-lined plate. Serve with your favorite dipping sauce!
Would you like any variations, like air-frying or baking instructions? 😊