Homemade Fried Chicken Tenders with Baby Red Potatoes and Cheese Sauce

Introduction: After a long day of yard work, this fried chicken tender recipe is the perfect solution for a satisfying and delicious meal. Marinated in buttermilk, these tenders are tender on the inside with a crispy, crunchy coating on the outside. Paired with boiled baby red potatoes in a homemade cheese sauce, and served with bread-and-butter pickles and a tasty dipping sauce, this meal is a comforting classic that rivals any fast food chain!

Ingredients:

For the Chicken Tenders:

2 chicken breasts (cut in half, then into strips)

1 cup buttermilk (for marinating)

1 teaspoon garlic powder

1 teaspoon Tony’s Creole seasoning (or your favorite seasoning)

2 cups self-rising flour

½ cup cornstarch (for extra crunch)

1 teaspoon garlic powder

1 teaspoon onion powder

1 teaspoon Tony’s Creole seasoning (or your preferred seasoning)

Oil for frying (vegetable or peanut oil works great)

For the Cheese Sauce:

1 tablespoon butter

1 tablespoon all-purpose flour

1 cup milk

1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese

Salt and pepper to taste

For the Sides:

Baby red potatoes (about 8-10, boiled fork-tender)

Bread-and-butter pickles (for serving)

Homemade dipping sauce (optional)

How to Make:

Marinate the Chicken: