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DAVE’S HOT CHICKEN TENDERS
When it comes to fiery, crispy, and irresistibly juicy chicken tenders, Dave’s Hot Chicken is a name that dominates social media. Their signature hot chicken tenders, paired with perfectly crispy zigzag fries, have taken the internet by storm, becoming a must-try for spice lovers everywhere!

What Makes Dave’s Hot Chicken So Addictive?
- Crispy, Juicy Chicken – Each tender is double-coated in a seasoned buttermilk batter and fried to perfection.
- Flavor Explosion – The spicy seasoning blend brings just the right amount of heat, ranging from mild to “Reaper.”
- Iconic Zigzag Fries – Thick-cut crinkle fries that stay crispy, coated in a flavorful seasoning.
- Cool & Creamy Sauce – Dave’s signature sauce balances out the heat with its creamy, tangy taste.
Ingredients you need:
- Chicken Tenders
- Buttermilk
- All-purpose flour
- Salt and pepper
- Paprika
- Garlic powder
- Cayenne pepper
- Eggs
- Vegetable oil for frying
- Hot sauce
- Butter
DAVE’S HOT CHICKEN TENDERS
Dave’s Hot Chicken is a name that dominates social media. Theirsignature hot chicken tenders, paired with perfectly crispy zigzagfries, have taken the internet by storm, becoming a must-try forspice lovers everywhere!
Ingredients
For the Chicken:
- 4 boneless chicken tenders
- 1 cup of buttermilk
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp of salt
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp cayenne pepper
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 egg
- Vegetable oil (for frying)
For the Spicy Coating:
- 1/4 cup hot sauce
- 1 tbsp melted butter
- 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper (adjust for heat preference)
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix buttermilk and egg.
- Add chicken tenders and let them marinate for at least 1 hour (or overnight for extra juiciness).
- In a separate bowl, combine flour, salt, paprika, garlic powder, cayenne, and black pepper.
- Dredge marinated chicken into the flour mixture until fully coated.
- Heat oil in a deep fryer to 175°C (350°F) and fry the tenders for 5-7 minutes until golden and crispy.
- Drain on paper towels.
- Mix hot sauce, melted butter, and cayenne.
- Brush or toss the fried chicken in the sauce.
- Pair your hot chicken tenders with zigzag fries and a side of creamy sauce for the full Dave’s Hot Chicken experience.
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