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Copycat Raising Cane’s Chicken

Enjoy homemade crispy and juicy chicken tenders inspired by Raising Cane's! Perfect for casual dinners or game-day gatherings.
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Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 14 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 14 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Fast Food
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Marinade
  • 1 cup Buttermilk For marinating the chicken
  • 2 large Eggs Also used in the marinade
  • 1 pound Chicken tenders Fresh chicken yields the best results
Coating
  • 1 cup Flour For coating the chicken
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika For flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic powder For flavor
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon Pepper Seasoning
For frying
  • Vegetable oil for frying Vegetable oil Heat over medium-high

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Start by marinating the chicken tenders in a mixture of buttermilk and eggs for at least an hour in the refrigerator.
  2. In a bowl, mix flour, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper to prepare the coating.
Coating
  1. Remove the chicken from the marinade, letting any excess drip off before dredging it in the flour mixture.
  2. Ensure each piece is well-coated.
Frying
  1. In a deep skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
  2. Once hot, carefully add chicken tenders, frying until golden brown on both sides, about 5-7 minutes per side.
  3. Remove from the oil and place on paper towels to drain excess oil.

Notes

Serve with a variety of dipping sauces like ranch or honey mustard. Best enjoyed with sides like coleslaw, fries, or a fresh garden salad.