Fried Buttermilk Chicken Strips

Crunchy on the outside and moist on the inside, these fried buttermilk chicken strips are sure to please!

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 20 mins
• Total Time: 30 mins
• Calories: 518 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon salt
• 2 cups buttermilk
• 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
• salt and ground black pepper to taste
• 1 tablespoon garlic salt
• 2 teaspoons mustard powder
• 1 teaspoon ground paprika
• 1 ½ pounds chicken tenders
• 2 cups peanut oil, or as needed

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Heat oil in a deep-fryer or large saucepan to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).

Step 2

Soak chicken tenders in buttermilk for 20 to 30 minutes in the refrigerator.

Step 3

While chicken is soaking, combine flour, salt, garlic salt, mustard powder, paprika, and pepper in a large brown bag.

Step 4

Drain chicken and shake lightly to remove excess buttermilk. Chicken should still be damp. Drop chicken into the bag of seasoned flour and shake until well coated.

Step 5

Drop chicken into hot oil, about 6 pieces at a time, depending on the size of your pot. Cook until golden brown, crispy, and no longer pink in the centers, 6 to 8 minutes. Remove from oil and drain on paper towels. Sprinkle with salt and pepper while still warm.