These simple and delicious chicken tenders are perfect to eat alone, toss on a salad, or as the protein source in your on-the-go meal prep with grains and veggies. The paprika and peanut butter coating adds a unique and tasty flavor.
¼ cup buttermilk
1 egg
½ teaspoon salt, divided
Fresh ground pepper to taste
¼ cup powdered peanut butter
1 heaping teaspoon smoked paprika
Pinch cayenne pepper
1 pound chicken tenders (or 1 pound chicken breast cut into strips)
Non-stick pan spray
Chopped peanuts for garnish
By Sherry Coleman Collins, MS, RDN, LD, for National Peanut Board