Buffalo Blue Cheese Chicken Tenders Recipe

These Buffalo Blue Cheese Chicken Tenders are a delightful twist on classic chicken tenders, packing a punch of flavor with Halladays Buffalo Blue Cheese Seasoning. Start by coating tender chicken strips in a crispy panko breadcrumb crust, then fry them until golden brown and crispy. Once cooked, generously sprinkle each tender with the zesty Buffalo Blue Cheese Seasoning, infusing them with tangy blue cheese and spicy buffalo flavors. Finish them off in the oven to ensure they're perfectly seasoned and heated through. Serve these irresistible chicken tenders with your favorite dipping sauce—ranch or blue cheese dressing are excellent choices—for a satisfying appetizer or main dish that's sure to impress!

Buffalo Blue Cheese Chicken Tenders Recipe

Ingredients:

• Halladays Buffalo Blue Cheese Seasoning
• 1 lb chicken tenders
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 eggs, beaten
• 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
• Cooking oil (vegetable or canola), for frying

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Chicken Tenders:

   • Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
   • Place the flour, beaten eggs, and panko breadcrumbs in three separate shallow bowls.
   • Season the chicken tenders with salt and pepper if desired.
   • Dredge each chicken tender in the flour, shaking off any excess.
   • Dip the floured chicken tenders into the beaten eggs, allowing any excess to drip off.
   • Coat the chicken tenders evenly with the panko breadcrumbs, pressing gently to adhere.

2. Cooking the Chicken Tenders:

   • Heat about 1/4 inch of cooking oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
   • Once the oil is hot, carefully place the chicken tenders in the skillet in batches, ensuring not to overcrowd.
   • Cook the chicken tenders for about 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
   • Transfer the cooked chicken tenders to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

3. Finishing in the Oven:

   • Sprinkle each chicken tender generously with Halladays Buffalo Blue Cheese Seasoning, ensuring they are evenly coated.
   • Bake the chicken tenders in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the seasoning is lightly toasted and the chicken is cooked through.

4. Serve:

   • Remove the chicken tenders from the oven and let them rest for a few minutes before serving.
   • Serve the Buffalo Blue Cheese Chicken Tenders with ranch dressing, blue cheese dressing, or your favorite dipping sauce.
   • Garnish with chopped fresh parsley or green onions if desired.

Enjoy these crispy and flavorful Buffalo Blue Cheese Chicken Tenders as a delicious appetizer or main dish!