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Nashville Hot Chicken Tenders

Nashville Hot Chicken Tenders

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Crispy, spicy Nashville-style hot chicken tenders with a perfect balance of heat and flavor.

  • Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb chicken tenders
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
  • 1/4 cup hot sauce
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil

Instructions

  1. Marinate chicken tenders in buttermilk for at least 1 hour.
  2. Mix flour, salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and cayenne in a bowl.
  3. Dredge chicken in the flour mixture, pressing to coat well.
  4. Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  5. Fry chicken for 4-5 minutes per side until golden and cooked through.
  6. Mix hot sauce and honey in a bowl.
  7. Toss fried chicken in the sauce until fully coated.
  8. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • Adjust cayenne for desired spice level.
  • Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken reaches 165°F.
  • For extra crispiness, double-dredge in flour.
  • Author: Clara
  • Prep Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Low Lactose

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 tender
  • Calories: 280
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 450mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 22g
  • Cholesterol: 65mg