Girl, let me tell you about this absolutely divine midnight snack that’ll have you sneaking to the kitchen at 2 AM! As someone who’s perfected the art of late-night munchies, this crispy, juicy fried chicken recipe is literally everything you need in your life right now. 💁♀️
Listen, we all know that feeling when those midnight cravings hit, and regular snacks just won’t cut it. That’s why I’m sharing my secret weapon – a simplified version of fried chicken that’s totally worth staying up for!
Here’s what you’ll need, bestie:
– 4 chicken tenders (because who wants to deal with whole pieces at midnight?)
– 1 cup buttermilk (trust me on this one)
– 1½ cups all-purpose flour
– 1 tsp paprika
– 1 tsp garlic powder
– ½ tsp cayenne (adjust if you’re feeling spicy!)
– Salt and pepper to taste
– Oil for frying
Okay, let’s get cooking!
First things first, mix your buttermilk with a pinch of salt in a bowl. Soak those chicken tenders for about 15 minutes – I usually use this time to scroll through TikTok, not gonna lie! 😉
While you’re waiting, mix your flour and seasonings in another bowl. Here’s where the magic happens! Want to know my secret? Add a tablespoon of the buttermilk mixture to your flour and use your fingers to create little clumps – this gives you those amazing crispy bits!
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Now, heat your oil to 350°F in a deep pan. Don’t have a thermometer? Drop a tiny bit of flour in – if it sizzles and floats, you’re good to go!
Take each tender from the buttermilk (let the excess drip off), dredge it in your seasoned flour mixture, and carefully place it in the hot oil. Cook for about 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
Pro tip: Place them on a paper towel-lined plate and sprinkle with a little extra salt while they’re still hot. Y’all, that sizzle sound is EVERYTHING! 🔥
Serve these bad boys with your favorite sauce – I’m partial to honey mustard or ranch at midnight, but you do you, honey!
And there you have it – the most satisfying midnight snack that’ll have you doing a happy dance in your kitchen! The outside is perfectly crispy, the inside is juicy, and the seasoning is _chef’s kiss_.
Don’t forget to drop a comment below and let me know how this recipe turned out for you! Did you add your own twist? I’m dying to hear about it! And if you’re hungry for more mouth-watering recipes like this one, make sure you’re following me on Newsbreak – I’ve got so many more delicious treats coming your way!
Now excuse me while I go make another batch… because writing this made me hungry! 😋✨
