Delicious chicken tenders seasoned and fried to perfection, served with two flavor variations: Spicy Garlic Sauce and Asian Sweet and Spicy Sauce. Perfect for game day or any casual gathering!
Step 1: Wash and clean the chicken tenders and pat dry with a paper towel.
Step 2: Season chicken with Tony Chachere’s seasoning, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, chili powder, and garlic pepper.
Step 3: In a bowl, add buttermilk, eggs, and Frank’s Red Hot Hot Sauce, and mix.
Step 4: Add the mixture to the chicken and mix with your hands. Let sit for a minimum of 30 minutes; refrigerate while marinating.
Step 5: For seasoned flour, mix all-purpose flour with Tony Chachere’s, black pepper, onion powder, garlic powder, chili powder, smoked paprika, and garlic pepper in a zip lock bag.
Step 6: Place the chicken in the flour mixture and shake to coat completely.
Step 7: Heat oil to 375 degrees in a Dutch oven and deep fry the tenders for around 10 minutes or until desired crispiness; ensure the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees.
Step 8: For Spicy Garlic Sauce, add Frank’s hot sauce in a pan, let simmer, then add minced garlic and salted butter; mix and toss the tenders in the sauce.
Step 9: For Asian Sweet and Spicy Sauce, heat hoisin sauce, let simmer, then add Sriracha Sauce, sweet chili sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and fish oil; let simmer and toss the tenders in the sauce.
