Crispy Fried Chicken Tenders Perfectly Dipped in Creamy Homemade Gravy Recipe
Enjoy crispy, golden chicken tenders topped with rich, creamy gravy in this comforting homemade dish.
Ingredients
Chicken
- 1 pound chicken tenders
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- to taste salt and pepper
- vegetable oil for frying vegetable oil (for frying)
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour (for gravy)
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- to taste salt and pepper
Instructions
- Marinate chicken tenders in buttermilk for at least 1 hour.
- Mix flour, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Dredge chicken in mixture.
- Fry chicken in hot oil until golden and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels.
- Make gravy: melt butter, whisk in flour, cook 1-2 minutes, then add chicken broth gradually, simmer until thickened.
- Stir in heavy cream, season with salt and pepper, cook 3-5 minutes. Serve chicken with gravy.
Notes
Ensure oil is hot enough before frying for crispy tenders.