Name: Fried Buttermilk Chicken Strips
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 1.5 pounds chicken tenders; 2 cups buttermilk; 1.5 cups all-purpose flour; 1 tablespoon salt; 1 tablespoon garlic salt; 2 teaspoons mustard powder; 1 teaspoon ground paprika; 1 teaspoon ground black pepper; 2 cups peanut oil, or as needed; salt and ground black pepper to taste

Fried Buttermilk Chicken Strips

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This fried buttermilk chicken strips recipe features chicken tenders that are crunchy on the outside and moist on the inside!

Submitted by Gmshafer

Updated on January 24, 2025

Prep Time:

10 mins

Cook Time:

20 mins

Additional Time:

20 mins

Total Time:

50 mins

Servings:

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Ingredients

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Original recipe (1X) yields 4 servings

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

Directions

Soak chicken tenders in buttermilk in a large glass or ceramic bowl in the refrigerator for 20 to 30 minutes.
Meanwhile, combine flour, salt, garlic salt, mustard powder, paprika, and black pepper in a large brown paper bag.
Heat oil in a deep fryer or large saucepan to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
Remove chicken from buttermilk and lightly shake off excess; discard buttermilk. Chicken should still be damp. Drop chicken into bag of seasoned flour; shake until well-coated.
Lower chicken carefully into hot oil in batches, about 6 pieces at a time depending on the size of your fryer or saucepan. Fry until golden brown, crispy, and no longer pink in the center, 6 to 8 minutes. Transfer to a paper-towel-lined plate to drain. Season with salt and black pepper while still warm. Repeat with remaining chicken.

Tips

Any type of light frying oil may be used in place of peanut oil.

Add a few dashes of hot sauce to buttermilk for a little zing.

Editor's Note:

Nutrition data for this recipe includes the full amount of buttermilk and breading ingredients. The actual amount of buttermilk and breading consumed will vary.

We have determined the nutritional value of oil for frying based on a retention value of 10% after cooking. The exact amount will vary depending on cooking time and temperature, ingredient density, and specific type of oil used.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

518	Calories
17g	Fat
43g	Carbs
45g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 518
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 17g	22%
Saturated Fat 3g	17%
Cholesterol 102mg	34%
Sodium 3318mg	144%
Total Carbohydrate 43g	16%
Dietary Fiber 2g	6%
Total Sugars 6g
Protein 45g	90%
Vitamin C 2mg	2%
Calcium 176mg	14%
Iron 4mg	22%
Potassium 554mg	12%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.