Quick Nashville Hot Chicken Tenders
75% authentic · American (Southern)
A simplified version of Nashville Hot Chicken, focusing on tender chicken strips coated in a spicy cayenne glaze for a faster, weeknight-friendly meal.
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Ingredients
- Chicken tenderloins1.5 lbs
- All-purpose flour1.5 cups
- Cayenne pepper1/4 cup
- Paprika2 tbsp
- Garlic powder1 tsp
- Salt1 tsp
- Black pepper1/2 tsp
- Eggs2
- Milk1/4 cup
- Vegetable oil for frying3 cups
- Butter1/2 cup
- Cayenne pepper (for sauce)2 tbsp
- Paprika (for sauce)1 tbsp
- Dill pickle slicesfor serving
Steps
- 1
Prepare the dredge: In a shallow dish, combine flour, cayenne pepper, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
- 2
Prepare the egg wash: In another shallow dish, whisk together eggs and milk.
- 3
Coat the tenders: Dip each chicken tenderloin first into the egg wash, then dredge thoroughly in the flour mixture.
- 4
Fry the tenders: Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven to 350°F (175°C). Fry tenders in batches until golden brown and cooked through, about 3-4 minutes per side.
- 5
Make the hot sauce: Melt butter in a small saucepan over medium-low heat. Stir in cayenne pepper and paprika. Cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
- 6
Glaze the tenders: Remove fried tenders from oil and drain. Toss them in the hot sauce mixture until evenly coated.
- 7
Serve immediately with pickle slices.
