Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken tenderloins
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs beaten
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Cut chicken tenderloins into strips if not already pre-cut. Place in a bowl with buttermilk and let it marinate for at least one hour in the fridge.
- In a shallow dish, combine flour, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
- In a separate dish, beat the eggs.
- Place panko breadcrumbs in a third shallow dish.
- Dredge each chicken strip in the seasoned flour, dip in beaten eggs, then coat with panko breadcrumbs.
- Heat oil in a deep fryer or large skillet to 350°F. Fry chicken strips until golden brown and cooked through, about 3-4 minutes per side.
- Drain chicken fingers on paper towels and serve hot.