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Nashville Hot Chicken Tenders (Halal)

Ultra-crispy halal chicken tenders coated in fiery Nashville hot oil for the ultimate spicy Southern comfort food.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Appetizers & Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 520
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken Marinade
  • 2 pounds halal chicken tenders
  • 2 cups buttermilk
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 tablespoons hot sauce
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
Crispy Coating
  • 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
  • 0.5 cup cornstarch for extra crispiness
  • 1 tablespoon paprika
  • 2 teaspoons garlic powder
  • 2 teaspoons onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 tablespoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
Nashville Hot Oil
  • 0.5 cup hot frying oil reserved from frying
  • 2 tablespoons cayenne pepper
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt

Equipment

  • Deep skillet
  • Tongs
  • Wire rack

Method
 

  1. Whisk together buttermilk, eggs, hot sauce, salt, and pepper. Add chicken tenders and marinate for at least 2 hours.
  2. Mix flour, cornstarch, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne, baking powder, salt, and pepper in a shallow bowl.
  3. Dredge chicken in flour mixture, dip briefly back into marinade, then coat again for extra crunch.
  4. Heat oil to 350°F and fry chicken tenders in batches until golden brown and cooked through.
  5. Combine reserved hot oil with cayenne, brown sugar, smoked paprika, chili powder, garlic powder, and salt.
  6. Brush spicy Nashville oil over freshly fried chicken tenders.
  7. Serve hot with white bread and pickle chips.

Notes

Double dredging creates extra crispy texture. Adjust cayenne for preferred spice level.