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Homemade Raising Cane's Chicken Tenders
Recreate the iconic crispy chicken tenders and special sauce from Raising Cane's right in your own kitchen. This recipe features chicken marinated in a flavorful buttermilk blend, coated in a seasoned crispy dredge, and served with a tangy, homemade dipping sauce. Perfect for a fun meal or sharing with friends.
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Crispy Chicken Tenders
Recipe Information
14m
Prep Time
12m
Cook Time
56m
Total Time
4
Servings
Medium
American
English
Nutrition (per serving)
620
Calories
40g
Protein
36g
Carbs
29g
Fat
Tenders with Dipping Sauce
Ingredients
Servings: 4
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Close-up of Tenders and Sauce
Instructions
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- Slice chicken breasts into tender-sized strips. In a bowl, combine milk and white vinegar to create a buttermilk substitute. Let it sit for 5 minutes.5m
Preview5mPreviewSlice chicken breasts into tender-sized strips. In a bowl, combine milk and white vinegar to create a buttermilk substitute. Let it sit for 5 minutes. - Add the chicken pieces, egg, 1 tsp salt, 1 tsp cayenne pepper, 1/2 tsp black pepper, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, and 1/2 tsp paprika to the buttermilk mixture. Mix well to coat the chicken, then transfer to a sealed bag or covered bowl and marinate in the refrigerator.30m
Preview30mPreviewAdd the chicken pieces, egg, 1 tsp salt, 1 tsp cayenne pepper, 1/2 tsp black pepper, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, and 1/2 tsp paprika to the buttermilk mixture. Mix well to coat the chicken, then transfer to a sealed bag or covered bowl and marinate in the refrigerator. - In a separate large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, baking powder, 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, and 1/2 tsp paprika for the dry coating.2m
Preview2mPreviewIn a separate large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, baking powder, 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, and 1/2 tsp paprika for the dry coating. - Remove chicken from the marinade, allowing any excess liquid to drip off slightly. Dredge each chicken piece thoroughly in the dry coating, pressing gently to ensure the flour adheres well to create a crispy crust.5m
Preview5mPreviewRemove chicken from the marinade, allowing any excess liquid to drip off slightly. Dredge each chicken piece thoroughly in the dry coating, pressing gently to ensure the flour adheres well to create a crispy crust. - Heat cooking oil in a deep pot or fryer to 350°F (175°C). Carefully place chicken tenders into the hot oil, ensuring not to overcrowd the pot. Fry for 4-6 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature 165°F/74°C). Remove and place on a wire rack to drain excess oil.12m
Preview12mPreviewHeat cooking oil in a deep pot or fryer to 350°F (175°C). Carefully place chicken tenders into the hot oil, ensuring not to overcrowd the pot. Fry for 4-6 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature 165°F/74°C). Remove and place on a wire rack to drain excess oil. - While the chicken fries, prepare the sauce. In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Mix until all ingredients are well combined and smooth.2m
Preview2mPreviewWhile the chicken fries, prepare the sauce. In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Mix until all ingredients are well combined and smooth. - Serve the crispy chicken tenders hot alongside the homemade dipping sauce.1mPreview1mPreviewServe the crispy chicken tenders hot alongside the homemade dipping sauce.
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