Buffalo Chicken Tenders Recipe

Name: Buffalo Chicken Tenders
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: peanut oil, for frying; 6 eggs; 1 cup hot sauce (like Frank's or Crystal); 1 lb boneless chicken breast tenders; ¼ teaspoon salt; ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 4 cups self-rising flour; 2 cups mayonnaise; 1 cup crumbled blue cheese; ⅔ cup chopped celery (including leafy tops); 4 tablespoons white vinegar; ½ teaspoon salt; ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Servings: persons

peanut oil, for frying
6 eggs
1 cup hot sauce (like Frank's or Crystal)
1 lb boneless chicken breast tenders
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
4 cups self-rising flour
2 cups mayonnaise
1 cup crumbled blue cheese
⅔ cup chopped celery (including leafy tops)
4 tablespoons white vinegar
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

1
Heat peanut oil in deep fryer to 350 degrees.
2
In a large bowl, beat eggs with hot sauce.
3
Season chicken with salt and pepper.
4
Dip chicken tenders in egg mixture, then coat in flour.
5
Fry chicken in hot oil for 6-8 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
6
Do not crowd tenders in fryer.
7
Drain on paper towels,.
8
Blue Cheese Sauce:.
9
In large bowl, combine mayonnaise, blue cheese, celery, vinegar, salt and pepper.
10
Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
11
Serve warm chicken tenders with Blue Cheese Sauce to dip.
12
Enjoy!

1777

kcal

Calories

120

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: peanut oil, for frying, 6 eggs, 1 cup hot sauce (like Frank's or Crystal), 1 lb boneless chicken breast tenders, and more.

Yes, Buffalo Chicken Tenders falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Buffalo Chicken Tenders

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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