Buttermilk Bacon Fried Chicken Tenders Recipe

Name: Buttermilk Bacon Fried Chicken Tenders
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups Buttermilk; 2- 1/2 teaspoons Salt, Divided; 1/2 teaspoons Cayenne Pepper; 1/2 teaspoons Paprika; 4 cups Canola Oil, For Cooking; 1- 1/2 cup Flour; 1/2 teaspoons Pepper; 1- 1/2 teaspoon Baking Powder; 1/2 cups Bacon, Chopped; 2 pounds Chicken Tenders

Servings: persons

2 cups Buttermilk
2- 1/2 teaspoons Salt, Divided
1/2 teaspoons Cayenne Pepper
1/2 teaspoons Paprika
4 cups Canola Oil, For Cooking
1- 1/2 cup Flour
1/2 teaspoons Pepper
1- 1/2 teaspoon Baking Powder
1/2 cups Bacon, Chopped
2 pounds Chicken Tenders

1
Place chicken in a bowl and add buttermilk, 2 teaspoons salt, cayenne pepper and paprika.
2
Cover and refrigerate for 2 hours, up to overnight.
3
Heat a pot of canola oil for frying.
4
In a separate bowl, add flour, remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt, pepper, baking powder and bacon.
5
Mix together well.
6
Slowly add some of the buttermilk marinade into the mixture until it is slightly clumpy.
7
Dip chicken into the flour mixture and coat evenly.
8
Fry in oil 35 minutes until golden brown.
9
Let cool slightly on a parchment-covered baking sheet.
10
Serve immediately.

3589

kcal

Calories

354

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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

How did you like this recipe?

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

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups Buttermilk, 2- 1/2 teaspoons Salt, Divided, 1/2 teaspoons Cayenne Pepper, 1/2 teaspoons Paprika, and more.

Yes, Buttermilk Bacon Fried 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.

Buttermilk Bacon Fried Chicken Tenders

How did you like this recipe?

Frequently Asked Questions