Copycat KFC Chicken Tenders Crispy and Irresistible the Way You Love Them

Name: Copycat KFC Chicken Tenders Crispy and Irresistible the Way You Love Them
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1/2 tsp salt; 1 tbsp celery salt (Note 1); 2 tsp garlic powder; 1/2 tsp dried thyme; 1/2 tsp dried basil; 1/2 tsp dried oregano; 1/2 tbsp coarsely ground black pepper; 1 tbsp mustard powder; 2 tbsp paprika (not smoked use sweet or plain); 1 tsp ground ginger; 1 tsp cayenne pepper or ground pure chili (optional for KFC Zinger flavour); 1.2 – 1.4 lb / 600 – 700 g chicken tenderloin (10 – 12 pieces) (Note 2); 1 cup buttermilk OR 1/3 cup plain yoghurt + 2/3 cup milk (Note 3); 1 cup flour; 1 cup panko breadcrumbs; 1/4 cup cornmeal (Note 4); 2 tbsp butter (unsalted); 1 tbsp vegetable or canola oil; Oil spray

Instructions

Prep:15minCook:25min

Enjoy crispy fried chicken tenders that taste just like KFC with this easy dinner recipe. Perfect for a family dinner or a weeknight meal, it features the famous KFC copycat seasoning for authentic flavor every time.

Updated at: Wed, 13 May 2026 10:27:49 GMT