Soda Float Chicken Tenders Sauce (Printable)

Crispy chicken tenders in soda batter, served with a sweet, tangy sauce for dipping and tasting together.

# Ingredient list:

→ Chicken Tenders

01 - 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast tenders

→ Batter

02 - 1 cup all-purpose flour
03 - 1/4 cup cornstarch
04 - 1 teaspoon baking powder
05 - 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
06 - 3/4 cup lemon-lime soda
07 - 1 large egg

→ Frying

08 - Vegetable oil, for deep frying

→ Sweet Dipping Sauce

09 - 1/4 cup honey
10 - 3 tablespoons mayonnaise
11 - 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
12 - 1 tablespoon lemon juice

# Step-by-Step Guide:

01 - Pat chicken tenders dry with paper towels and set aside.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, cornstarch, baking powder, and kosher salt. In a separate bowl, whisk together lemon-lime soda and egg until smooth. Gradually incorporate wet mixture into dry ingredients, stirring to achieve a thick, lump-free batter.
03 - Dip each tender into the batter, ensuring an even coating.
04 - Pour oil into a deep fryer or heavy-bottomed pot to a depth of 2 inches. Heat to 350°F (175°C).
05 - Carefully lower battered chicken tenders into hot oil, frying in batches to prevent overcrowding. Cook for 4-5 minutes per batch, turning midway, until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Remove and drain on wire rack or paper towels.
06 - Whisk honey, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, and lemon juice in a small bowl until fully blended and smooth.
07 - Arrange fried chicken tenders on a serving platter accompanied by sweet dipping sauce.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Uses everyday grocery staples
  • Quick enough for a weeknight dinner
  • The soda makes the coating extra light and crispy
  • Both adults and kids rave about the sweet and savory combination
02 -
  • The soda in the batter makes the tenders shockingly juicy
  • You can bake these on a rack for a slightly lighter version
03 -
  • Letting the batter rest for a couple minutes gives you more bubbles and a lighter crust
  • Don"t crowd the pan or oil temperature will drop and the tenders may get soggy
  • If you want even more flavor stir a little extra cola into the dipping sauce for double the soda float kick

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