Hey there, foodie friends! _sips coffee_ Let me tell you about my absolute favorite breakfast recipe that’ll make you want to ditch those boring old cereals forever. Trust me, once you try this crispy, juicy breakfast fried chicken, there’s no going back!
Y’all, I’ve spent years perfecting this recipe, and my family literally fights over the last piece every single time I make it. The secret? A buttermilk brine that makes the chicken so tender, it’ll melt in your mouth!
What You’ll Need:
– 8 chicken tenders (because who doesn’t want more?)
– 2 cups buttermilk
– 1 tablespoon honey
– 2 cups all-purpose flour
– 1 tablespoon paprika
– 1 teaspoon garlic powder
– 1 teaspoon onion powder
– 2 teaspoons black pepper
– 2 teaspoons salt
– Vegetable oil for frying
Let’s Get Cooking, Honey!
First things first, let’s make that magical brine. Mix the buttermilk with honey in a bowl. Honey is my little twist that adds just the right amount of sweetness – you can thank me later! 😉
Soak those chicken tenders in the buttermilk mixture overnight. Ladies, this is like a spa treatment for your chicken – don’t skip it!
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Now, let’s get to the good part:
1. Mix your flour with all those gorgeous seasonings in a shallow dish.
2. Take each tender from the buttermilk (let the excess drip off) and dredge in the seasoned flour. Really get in there and make it nice and coated!
3. Heat your oil to 350°F (if you don’t have a thermometer, drop a little flour in – if it sizzles, you’re ready to rock!)
4. Fry those babies for about 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
Pro tip: Place them on a wire rack after frying, not paper towels. This keeps them crispy longer, and nobody likes soggy chicken, am I right?
Serve these bad boys with some maple syrup (because breakfast!), and if you’re feeling fancy, add some fresh herbs on top. I love a sprinkle of fresh thyme – makes it look all Instagram-worthy!
Y’all, I can’t even tell you how many times this recipe has saved my brunches. It’s perfect for those lazy Sunday mornings or when you want to impress your mother-in-law (we’ve all been there! 😏).
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Until next time, keep it crispy and delicious! XOXO 💋
