Girl, let me tell you about this absolutely divine midnight snack that’ll have you sneaking to the kitchen at 2 AM! This isn’t your regular fried chicken recipe – it’s my secret weapon for those late-night cravings that just won’t quit. Trust me, once you try this, you’ll be making excuses to stay up late! 😉
Let’s get down to business, shall we? Here’s what you’ll need:
– 4 chicken tenders (because who needs full pieces at midnight?)
– 1 cup buttermilk
– 1½ cups all-purpose flour
– 1 tsp paprika
– 1 tsp garlic powder
– ½ tsp cayenne pepper (add more if you’re feeling spicy!)
– Salt and black pepper to taste
– Vegetable oil for frying
Now, honey, here’s the secret to making this chicken absolutely irresistible. First, we’re going to marinate those tenders in buttermilk for at least 30 minutes. I know waiting is tough, but trust your girl on this one – it’s worth it! While you’re waiting, mix all those seasonings with the flour in a shallow dish.
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Take each tender out of the buttermilk (let the excess drip off) and dredge it in our seasoned flour mixture. Here’s the game-changer: double-dip! That’s right – dip it back in the buttermilk and then again in the flour. This is how we get that extra crispy coating that’ll make your taste buds dance!
Heat your oil to 350°F (if you don’t have a thermometer, drop a little flour in – if it sizzles, you’re good to go!). Fry those babies for about 4-5 minutes on each side until they’re golden brown and cooked through.
Pro tip: Place them on a wire rack instead of paper towels – this keeps them crispy longer. Because let’s be real, who doesn’t go back for seconds? 🤭
Serve these bad boys with your favorite sauce – I personally love mixing honey with a little hot sauce for that sweet heat combo that’ll make you weak in the knees!
Y’all, I can’t even tell you how many times this recipe has saved me from those intense midnight munchies. It’s perfectly portioned for late-night snacking but still gives you that satisfaction of proper fried chicken.
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Until next time, keep those taste buds happy and those kitchen adventures exciting! XOXO 💋
P.S. Anyone else guilty of doing their best cooking after midnight? Let me know in the comments below! 😘
