Yummy Fried Chicken Tenders Recipe

Name: Yummy Fried Chicken Tenders
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Marinade; 6 medium garlic cloves; 2 cups buttermilk; 1 1/4 teaspoons ground cumin; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon pepper; 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 4 -6 boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut in strips; Coating; 1 1/2 cups unbleached all-purpose flour; 1 3/4 teaspoons salt; 1 1/2 teaspoons pepper; 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin; 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper; safflower oil (for deep frying)

Servings: persons

Marinade
6 medium garlic cloves
2 cups buttermilk
1 1/4 teaspoons ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
4 -6 boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut in strips
Coating
1 1/2 cups unbleached all-purpose flour
1 3/4 teaspoons salt
1 1/2 teaspoons pepper
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
safflower oil (for deep frying)

1
Mash garlic with flat side of knife. Place garlic in medium bowl.
2
Add buttermilk, cumin, salt, pepper and cayenne and whisk to blend. Place chicken strips in 13 x 9-inch glass baking dish.
3
Pour buttermilk mixture over; turn chicken to coat. Cover and chill at least 8 hours or overnight, turning occasionally.
4
Place rack over baking sheet. Remove chicken from marinade and set on rack. Drain 10 minutes.
5
Mix flour, salt, pepper, cumin and cayenne pepper in large bowl. Toss chicken strips in batches in flour mixture, turning to coat; shake off excess.
6
Toss each piece again in flour mixture; shake off excess. Transfer chicken to rack on baking sheet. Let stand at least 15 minutes and up to 45 minutes.
7
Preheat oven to low. Line baking sheet with paper towels. Pour oil into heavy large skillet to depth of 3/4 inch.
8
Heat oil over high heat to 375 degrees F or until small cube of fresh bread sizzles instantly when added.
9
Add chicken strips to skillet. Adjust heat so that temperature remains between 340 and 350 degrees F or until small cube of bread sizzles slowly when added.
10
Fry until chicken is golden brown and cooked through, about 10 minutes.
11
Using tongs, transfer chicken to prepared sheet and drain. Transfer chicken to platter and serve.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Marinade, 6 medium garlic cloves, 2 cups buttermilk, 1 1/4 teaspoons ground cumin, and more.

Yes, Yummy 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.

Yummy Fried Chicken Tenders

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