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Raising Canes

A delicious homemade version of the beloved Raising Canes chicken tenders, served with crispy fries, fresh coleslaw, and flavorful sauce.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 850
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 lb chicken tenders (fresh)
  • 1 cup buttermilk For marinating the chicken
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour For breading
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 cups vegetable oil (for frying) Heat to the right temperature
For Serving
  • 4 cups French fries (frozen or homemade) Cook according to package or homemade instructions
  • 2 cups coleslaw mix (store-bought or homemade)
  • ½ cup Raising Cane’s sauce (store-bought or homemade, Halal-compliant)
  • 4 slices Texas toast (or any thick-cut bread) Optional for serving

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Start by soaking the chicken tenders in buttermilk for at least 15 minutes to tenderize the meat.
  2. While the chicken is marinating, combine the flour, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper in a shallow bowl.
Cooking
  1. In a large frying pan or pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until ready.
  2. Remove the chicken tenders from the buttermilk and allow excess to drip off. Dredge each piece in the flour mixture.
  3. Carefully place the breaded chicken tenders into the hot oil. Fry in batches for about 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown.
  4. In a separate pot or fryer, prepare the French fries according to package instructions, or make from scratch.
  5. Prepare coleslaw by tossing the store-bought mix with dressing, or make homemade coleslaw.
  6. For the Texas toast, grill or toast until golden brown.
  7. Plate up the chicken tenders, fries, and coleslaw. Drizzle with Raising Cane’s sauce and serve.

Notes

For a Halal-friendly option, use compliant ingredients. Ensure oil temperature is maintained to avoid soggy chicken. Store leftovers properly to retain quality.