How do you make Buffalo sauce for chicken tenders?

This buffalo chicken tenders recipe is perfect if you want crispy buffalo tenders tossed in a spicy, buttery sauce.

How to make Frank’s chicken tenders?

To make Frank’s Chicken Tenders , simply coat and cook the tenders as usual, then toss them in Frank’s RedHot sauce mixed with melted butter. Tip: Don’t let them soak too long, or they’ll lose their crispiness!

What is the difference between chicken tenders and chicken tenderloins?

Great question! Chicken tenderloins refer to the small, tender strips located under the chicken breast — super juicy and soft. Chicken tenders usually refer to the finished dish: chicken strips (often tenderloins) breaded and fried or baked for crispy results.

What’s the difference between hot chicken and Buffalo chicken?

Hot chicken (from Nashville) is fried chicken coated in a super-spicy dry seasoning, often heavy on cayenne. Buffalo chicken , on the other hand, is coated in a creamy, tangy, buttery hot sauce. Two delicious, but very different, spicy chicken styles!

Can I make buffalo chicken tenders in the air fryer?

Absolutely! Air fryer buffalo chicken tenders are a lighter, faster alternative. Simply coat your chicken as usual and cook in the air fryer at 400°F (200°C) for about 10–12 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crispy.

How to make extra spicy buffalo chicken tenders?

To make spicy buffalo tenders, add extra hot sauce or mix in cayenne pepper, chili powder, or even crushed red pepper flakes to your Buffalo sauce. Taste and adjust the heat level to your liking!

Mouthwatering Buffalo Chicken Tenders You’ll Love

Ingredients

Scale

1 lb (500 g) chicken tenders or breast strips
1 cup (120 g) flour
2 eggs
1 cup (100 g) breadcrumbs or panko
Salt, pepper
1 tsp paprika (optional)
Oil for frying or baking
½ cup (100 ml) Buffalo sauce (or hot sauce + melted butter)
1 tbsp butter

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Instructions

Cut the chicken into strips and season with salt and pepper.
Set up three bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, one with breadcrumbs + paprika.
Dredge each chicken strip in flour, dip in egg, and coat with breadcrumbs.
Fry in oil at 350°F (170°C) for 3–4 minutes or bake at 400°F (200°C) for 15–20 minutes, flipping halfway.
Heat Buffalo sauce with melted butter.
Toss tenders in sauce or serve sauce on the side for dipping.

Notes

Adjust spiciness by adding honey or ketchup to the sauce.
Make it healthier by baking instead of frying.
Serve with carrot sticks, celery, and ranch dressing for the full experience.

Author: Larrouy Kary
Prep Time: 10 min
Cook Time: 20 min
Category: Appetizer / Snack
Method: Fry or Bake
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving (about 3–4 tenders)
Calories: 420 kcal
Sugar: 1 g
Sodium: 950 mg
Fat: 22 g
Saturated Fat: 7 g
Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 28 g
Fiber: 1 g
Protein: 32 g
Cholesterol: 160 mg