Cajun Fried Chicken Strips

• Vegetable Oil for Frying
• Panko Bread Crumbs1 cup
• Cajun Seasoning2 tablespoons
• Chicken Tenders Trimmed2 pounds
• Buttermilk (or Make Your Own - 1 Cup of Milk + 1 Tbsp Lemon Juice or White Vinegar)1 cup

Method

1. 01

   Cover the bottom of a large heavy skillet with about 1/2 inch of oil. Heat oil to 350 degrees (see cooking lesson below).

2. 02

   In a small dredging bowl combine panko bread crumbs with onion powder, garlic powder, oregano, basil, thyme, peppers, paprika, and salt. Small cake pans make great for dredging.

3. 03

   Pour the buttermilk into a small bowl.

4. 04

   Working one at a time, dip the chicken into buttermilk and then into bread crumbs to coat. Place carefully into the hot oil. Cook the chicken in batches as the skillet shouldn't get too crowded.

5. 05

   Cook for 2 to 3 minutes and then flip, cooking for an additional 2 to 3 minutes. Chicken should have a golden brown exterior and should be cooked all the way through.

6. 06

   Remove from skillet and drain on a paper towel-lined plate.