Buffalo Style Chicken Fingers

Turn up the heat with these irresistible Buffalo Style Chicken Fingers, a game-day favorite packed with crispy textures and bold, tangy flavors. Juicy chicken tenders are coated in seasoned flour, dipped in egg wash, and rolled in crunchy panko breadcrumbs before being fried to golden perfection. Each piece is then tossed in a luscious homemade buffalo sauce made with melted butter, spicy hot sauce, and a touch of honey for a perfect balance of heat and sweetness. Ready in just 40 minutes, these spicy chicken fingers are ideal for sharing and are perfectly paired with creamy ranch or blue cheese dressing, plus crunchy celery and carrot sticks. Whether you're entertaining guests or treating yourself, this flavorful recipe is a crowd-pleaser that will have everyone reaching for seconds!

Nutriscore Rating: 52/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1.5 pounds Chicken tenders
• 1 cup All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 2 large Eggs
• 2 tablespoons Milk
• 2 cups Panko breadcrumbs
• 3 cups Vegetable oil
• 0.25 cup Unsalted butter
• 0.5 cup Hot sauce
• 1 tablespoon Honey
• 0 optional Ranch or blue cheese dressing
• 0 optional Celery sticks
• 0 optional Carrot sticks

Directions

Step 1

In a shallow bowl, combine the flour, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.

Step 2

In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk.

Step 3

Place the panko breadcrumbs in a third shallow bowl.

Step 4

Pat the chicken tenders dry with paper towels to ensure better coating adhesion.

Step 5

Dredge each chicken tender in the flour mixture, shaking off any excess, then dip it into the egg mixture, and finally coat it in the panko breadcrumbs, pressing gently for the breadcrumbs to stick. Set aside on a plate.

Step 6

Heat the vegetable oil in a large, deep skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C). Use a thermometer for precise temperature control.

Step 7

Working in batches, fry the chicken tenders for 3-5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F/74°C). Remove and place on a wire rack or paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.

Step 8

While the chicken cooks, prepare the buffalo sauce in a small saucepan by melting the butter over low heat. Once melted, stir in the hot sauce and honey until fully combined. Remove from heat.

Step 9

In a large mixing bowl, toss the cooked chicken tenders with the buffalo sauce, ensuring each piece is evenly coated.

Step 10

Serve immediately with ranch or blue cheese dressing, celery sticks, and carrot sticks on the side, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2052 grams (2052.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	8878

Total Fat 803.50g	1030%
Saturated Fat 134.40g	672%
Polyunsaturated Fat 404.10g
Cholesterol 789mg	263%
Sodium 10632mg	462%
Total Carbohydrate 304.20g	111%
Dietary Fiber 16.30g	58%
Total Sugars 36.60g
Protein 180.20g	360%

Vitamin D 95IU	475%
Calcium 332mg	26%
Iron 19mg	107%
Potassium 2557mg	54%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 78.9%

Protein: 7.9%

Carbs: 13.3%