Buffalo Chicken Fingers Tenders

Crispy, golden, and bursting with bold flavor, these homemade Buffalo Chicken Fingers Tenders are a game-day favorite or a family dinner hit! This recipe starts with tender chicken coated in a savory blend of flour, cornstarch, and spices, then dipped in egg wash and panko breadcrumbs for an irresistible crunch. Fried to perfection and tossed in a buttery buffalo sauce, these tenders strike the perfect balance between heat and rich flavor. Ready in just 35 minutes, they’re ideal for quick weeknight meals or entertaining. Serve them with creamy ranch dressing for the ultimate dipping experience, and watch them disappear! Perfect for fans of buffalo wings, this recipe is an easy, crowd-pleasing twist on a classic.

Nutriscore Rating: 50/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Chicken tenders
• 1 cup All-purpose flour
• 0.25 cup Cornstarch
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 Eggs
• 0.25 cup Milk
• 1 cup Panko breadcrumbs
• 2 cups Vegetable oil
• 0.5 cup Buffalo sauce
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 0.5 cup Ranch dressing (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

In a medium bowl, mix together the flour, cornstarch, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.

Step 2

In another bowl, whisk the eggs and milk together to create an egg wash.

Step 3

Place the panko breadcrumbs in a third bowl for coating.

Step 4

Pat the chicken tenders dry with a paper towel.

Step 5

Dredge each chicken tender in the flour mixture, shaking off excess. Then dip it in the egg wash, and finally coat it with the panko breadcrumbs, pressing gently to adhere.

Step 6

Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or frying pan over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).

Step 7

Fry the chicken tenders in batches, 4-5 pieces at a time, for 4-5 minutes on each side or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and drain on a paper towel-lined plate.

Step 8

In a small saucepan over low heat, melt the butter. Stir in the buffalo sauce until combined and warmed through.

Step 9

Toss the cooked chicken tenders in the buffalo sauce until evenly coated.

Step 10

Serve immediately with ranch dressing on the side, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1531.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	6603.6

Total Fat 595.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 103.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 269.3g
Cholesterol 705.7mg	0%
Sodium 9178.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 227.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.5g	0%
Total Sugars 13.8g
Protein 124.7g	0%

Vitamin D 108.8IU	0%
Calcium 330.7mg	0%
Iron 15.7mg	0%
Potassium 1819.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 79.2%

Protein: 7.4%

Carbs: 13.4%