Description
Satisfy your cravings for crispy and flavorful Popeye’s Chicken Tenders right at home with this easy copycat recipe. These homemade chicken strips are marinated in a spicy buttermilk mixture, ensuring each piece is tender and juicy on the inside while boasting a perfectly crunchy coating outside. Ideal for game days, family gatherings, or a cozy dinner, these tenders are sure to be a hit with both kids and adults. Enjoy them with your favorite dipping sauces like honey mustard or ranch, or serve them alongside classic sides for a complete meal.
Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken breasts, sliced into strips
- 1 cup buttermilk
- ¼ cup hot sauce
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 eggs
- Club soda
- 1 tbsp Creole seasoning
- 1 tbsp garlic powder
- 1 tbsp onion powder
- 1 tbsp salt
- 1+ cup club soda
- ½ tsp MSG (optional)
Instructions
- 1. Marinate the chicken strips in buttermilk, hot sauce, and seasoning for at least 4 hours.
- 2. Combine flour with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and seasoning in a dish.
- 3. Whisk eggs and club soda in another bowl.
- 4. Coat chicken first in the dry mixture, then dip in egg mixture before dredging again in the dry mix.
- 5. Fry in heated oil until golden brown and cooked through.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 pieces (170g)
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: For extra spiciness, increase the amount of hot sauce or add cayenne pepper to the dry mixture. Bake instead of frying by placing coated tenders on a baking sheet and cooking at 400°F for about 25 minutes.