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Copycat Raising Canes Chicken Fingers

Copycat Raising Canes Chicken Fingers

Craving the ultimate comfort food? Copycat Raising Cane’s Chicken Fingers deliver crispy, golden perfection with each bite! Juicy chicken marinated to perfection pairs beautifully with a flavorful homemade dipping sauce. Perfect for any occasion—make it tonight!
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

  • pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts chicken tenders also work
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • ½ cup mayonnaise store-bought or homemade
  • ¼ cup ketchup
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon Creole seasoning store-bought or homemade
  • 1 pinch kosher salt
  • 1 cup vegetable oil for frying
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • teaspoons garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground paprika
  • ½ teaspoon ground white pepper
  • cups breadcrumbs

Equipment

  • Deep Fryer
  • Dutch Oven
  • Deep Frying Thermometer

Method
 

  1. On a clean work surface, cut the chicken breasts into ¾-inch strips.
  2. Place the chicken breasts in a large Ziplock bag.
  3. Pour the buttermilk, salt, and ground black pepper over the chicken and seal the bag. Massage the marinade around the chicken. Refrigerate overnight.
  4. Meanwhile, make the sauce. Add all of the sauce ingredients to a small bowl and whisk until well combined. Cover the bowl tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight.
  5. When ready to fry the chicken, set a colander in the sink. Drain the chicken strips in the colander.
  6. Preheat a deep fryer to 350°F. Set out two plates and line one with paper towels. Set aside.
  7. Set up a breading station with three shallow bowls. Whisk the eggs in one bowl. In a second bowl, whisk the flour, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and white pepper together. Spread the bread crumbs in an even layer in the third bowl.
  8. Dredge each piece of chicken in the flour mixture, dip in the eggs, and coat with bread crumbs.
  9. Place each strip on the clean plate and repeat with the remaining strips.
  10. Working in batches, fry the chicken strips in the hot oil for 6-9 minutes, or until golden brown and 165°F in the center.
  11. Transfer cooked chicken strips to the paper towel-lined plate. Serve with the sauce and enjoy!

Notes

  • Tip 1: To make your own buttermilk, measure 1 cup of milk, remove 1 tablespoon of it, and mix in 1 tablespoon of lemon juice or white vinegar. Let this mixture sit for 5 minutes before using in the recipe.
  • Tip 2: Instead of using a deep fryer, use a Dutch oven or other deep pot. Heat the oil to 350°F and fry the chicken, increasing and reducing the heat as needed to maintain 350°F.
  • Tip 3: At a minimum, refrigerate the sauce for at least 6 hours and let the chicken marinate for at least 2 hours.