Spicy Chicken Tenders

Instructions

1. 1

   In a large bowl, combine the buttermilk, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt. Mix well.

2. 2

   Add the chicken breast tenders to the buttermilk mixture, ensuring they are fully submerged. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.

3. 3

   In a shallow dish, combine the all-purpose flour and black pepper.

4. 4

   In another shallow dish, place the panko breadcrumbs.

5. 5

   Remove the chicken tenders from the buttermilk mixture, allowing any excess to drip off.

6. 6

   Dredge each chicken tender in the flour mixture, then dip back into the buttermilk mixture, and finally coat with panko breadcrumbs.

7. 7

   Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

8. 8

   Once the oil is hot, add the chicken tenders in batches, cooking for 3-4 minutes on each side or until golden brown and cooked through.

9. 9

   Remove the chicken tenders from the skillet and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil.

10. 10

    Serve the spicy chicken tenders hot with your favorite dipping sauce.