Secrets Revealed: The Best Cane's Chicken You’ll Ever Try
This homemade recipe brings the iconic crispy Cane’s chicken and signature dipping sauce to your kitchen. Perfectly marinated chicken, coated with seasoned flour, fried to golden perfection, and paired with a creamy, tangy sauce. Serve it with Texas toast and fries for the ultimate meal experience!
Equipment
- Large stock pot or Dutch oven for frying
- Tongs
- Wire rack for draining excess oil
- Thermometer to monitor oil temperature
- 3 bowls (for dredging: marinade, seasoned flour, and egg wash)
Ingredients
For the Chicken
- Fresh never-frozen chicken tenders
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup cornstarch
- 1 tsp paprika for smokiness
- 2 eggs
- Oil canola or vegetable for frying
For the Signature Sauce
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp ketchup
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ¼ tsp cayenne pepper optional for a little heat
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken:
- Combine buttermilk, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper in a large bowl.
- Add chicken tenders to the marinade, ensuring they’re fully coated. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 4 hours for maximum flavor.
- Prepare the Breading:
- In a separate bowl, mix the flour, cornstarch, paprika, and a pinch of salt.
- In another bowl, whisk the eggs.
- Dredge the marinated chicken in the flour mixture, dip it in the egg wash, then return it to the flour mixture for a second coat (double dredging for crispy perfection).
- Heat the Oil:
- Heat oil in a large stock pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Maintain the oil temperature at 350°F (use a thermometer to monitor).
- Fry the Chicken:
- Fry the chicken tenders for 3-4 minutes per side, until golden brown and crispy. Ensure not to overcrowd the pot to maintain the oil temperature.
- Use tongs to remove the chicken and place it on a wire rack to drain excess oil.
- Make the Signature Sauce:
- In a bowl, combine mayonnaise, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper.
- Mix thoroughly and refrigerate for at least an hour for optimal flavor.