Crispy Chicken Tenders with Jalapeño Ranch

Looking for a crowd-pleasing dish that combines crispy chicken tenders with a kick? This Chicken Tenders with Jalapeño Ranch recipe is your answer. It’s not just another chicken recipe; it’s a delightful blend of flavors that will have everyone asking for seconds.

Imagine dipping perfectly fried chicken tenders into a creamy jalapeño ranch sauce, where the coolness of the ranch meets the spicy heat of jalapeños. This makes for a fantastic appetizer or a fun dinner option that can easily be paired with your favorite sides.

Whether you’re hosting friends or enjoying a cozy night in, this recipe is perfect for any occasion. It’s simple to make, packed with flavor, and will surely impress your guests.

Delicious Chicken Tenders with a Spicy Twist

These crispy chicken tenders are seasoned to perfection and fried until golden brown. Paired with a zesty jalapeño ranch dipping sauce, each bite is a delightful combination of crunchy and creamy flavors, making it an ideal choice for any chicken lover.

Ingredients

1 pound chicken tenders
1 cup buttermilk
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon paprika
Salt and pepper to taste
Oil for frying
For the Jalapeño Ranch:
1/2 cup ranch dressing
1-2 jalapeños, seeded and chopped
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 teaspoon garlic powder
Salt to taste

Instructions

Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, combine chicken tenders and buttermilk. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
Prepare the Coating: In another bowl, mix flour, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
Heat the Oil: In a deep skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat.
Coat the Chicken: Remove chicken from buttermilk, allowing excess to drip off. Dredge each tender in the flour mixture, ensuring even coating.
Fry the Chicken: Fry chicken tenders in batches for about 4-5 minutes on each side or until golden brown and cooked through. Drain on paper towels.
Make the Jalapeño Ranch: In a food processor, blend ranch dressing, chopped jalapeños, lime juice, garlic powder, and salt until smooth.
Serve: Plate the chicken tenders with the jalapeño ranch on the side for dipping.