Popeyes Chicken Tenders

Popeyes Chicken Tenders (commonly referred to as chicken strips) are a popular food item favored for their crunchiness and juicy flavor. The chicken tenders’ distinct appeals, crunchiness, and flavor come from having been tossed in the restaurant’s “unique” proprietary seasoning and breadcrumbs. When the tenders are fried, the result is a crunchy tender. The Chicken Tenders can come with a dipping sauce option, but Popeyes fans and fans of chicken tenders in general often enough pair them with the Popeyes’ Blackened Ranch sauce, and a biscuit also more often than not accompanies a dipping sauce!

Calories

Calories: 310
Serving: 3pcs

Allergens

The chicken tenders contain the following allergens:

• Milk (Found in the bread)
• Eggs (Found in the bread)
• Wheat (Found in the bread)
• Soy (Found in the oil)

Chicken Tenders Nutrition

Nutrient	Amount
Calories	310 kcal
Total Fat	15 g
Protein	28 g
Carbohydrates	16 g
Sodium	1240 mg
Fiber	2 g
Sugar	0 g

Popeyes Chicken Tenders Recipe

Popeye’s tenders are famous for the crispiness and juicy flavor of the chicken. What if we told you that you could make Popeye’s strips at home better than a restaurant? Check out the secret recipe for Popeyes strips.

Ingredients

• 1 lb chicken breast (cut into strips)
• 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp onion powder
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 ½ cups breadcrumbs
• 1 cup buttermilk
• 1 egg (beaten)
• 1 tsp baking powder
• ½ tsp cayenne pepper (optional for extra spice)

Preparation

Making homemade Popeyes-style chicken strips is relatively easy. It will take you about 40 minutes from start to finish. Of that, 30 minutes will be the marinade time. After marinating, the tenders will take about 10 minutes to cook, bringing the total to 50-52 minutes.

Chicken Marination

• Mix buttermilk, ½ tsp salt, and ½ tsp pepper in a bowl.
• Add chicken strips to the mixture and let them marinate for at least 30 minutes to absorb the flavor from the mixture.

Breading the Chicken

• Add flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, salt, pepper, and baking powder in a separate bowl and mix them all well.
• Add breadcrumbs to a separate bowl.
• Now dip each chicken strip in the seasoned flour, then into the beaten egg, and at last, dip the chicken strips in the breadcrumbs bowl. Repeat this cycle two times for better crispiness.

Frying the Chicken

• Heat the oil in a large pot or deep fryer to 350°F (175°C).
• Place breaded chicken tenders into the hot oil carefully.
• Fry chicken tenders for 10-12 minutes or until they become golden brown and crispy.
• After 10-12 minutes, remove chicken tenders from the pot and drain on paper towels to absorb excess oil.

FAQs-Frequently Asked Questions

Conclusion

Popeyes Chicken Tenders are a top-notch option for fast-food fried chicken lovers thanks to their juicy white meat, crunchy Cajun spice breading, and bold flavor that beats most others. Whether enjoying them as a snack, a combo meal, or family-sized, they make a nice crunchy sound and have just the right amount of seasoning.