Zaxby's Chicken Fingers & Dipping Sauce

Ingredients

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 pound chicken tenders
• 1 cup buttermilk
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• For the Sauce:
• 1/2 cup mayonnaise
• 1/4 cup light brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 2 tablespoons white vinegar
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

1. In a medium-sized bowl, mix together the flour, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
2. In a separate bowl, add the chicken tenders and pour the buttermilk over top. Toss to coat.
3. Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
4. One at a time, dip each chicken tender in the flour mixture, shaking off any excess flour. Place the chicken tender in the hot oil and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
5. Remove the chicken tenders from the oil and drain on a paper towel-lined plate.
6. In a small bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, brown sugar, honey, vinegar, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Taste and adjust the seasoning as desired.
7. Serve the chicken tenders with the dipping sauce.

Interesting Facts

• Zaxby's is an American fast-food chain specializing in chicken fingers, wings, and sandwiches.
• The chain was founded in 1990 in Statesboro, Georgia.
• Zaxby's is now found in 17 states across the US.