There’s crispy…
and then there’s Shakes N Tenders crispy — the kind that cracks, crunches, and makes your taste buds wake up with every bite. If you’ve ever wondered why our chicken tenders taste so unbelievably crunchy, juicy, and addictive, this blog spills the secrets.
Brace yourself — you might start craving tenders halfway through reading this.
1. It Starts with the Freshest Chicken Cuts
Great tenders don’t begin in the fryer;
they begin in the selection process.
At Shakes N Tenders, we source:
✔ Fresh, high-quality chicken
✔ Soft, tender cuts
✔ Zero frozen, rubbery texture
Fresh chicken holds moisture better, which is the key to a juicy inside + crispy outside.
2. The Signature Seasoning Blend (Our Secret Weapon)
Before the coating, before the frying, comes the flavor foundation: our in-house seasoning mix.
It includes:
Warm spices
A hint of herbs
A balanced salt profile
Carefully measured ingredients for consistency
This seasoning penetrates deep into the chicken, ensuring the flavor goes beyond just the outside.
The result? Tenders that taste delicious to the last bite.
3. Double-Layered Coating for Maximum Crunch
This is where the real magic happens.
We use a double-layer technique that ensures:
✔ A rough, textured exterior
✔ A firm but airy bite
✔ Crunch that stays even after dipping
The coating mix is finely balanced to create that crispy shell that doesn’t go soggy or fall apart.
Think crunch, then tenderness, then flavor — all in one bite.
4. Moisture Lock: The Key to Tender Juiciness
Most people don’t realize this, but moisture is the soul of a great tender.
Too much = soggy coating
Too little = dry, rubbery meat
Our method locks just the right amount of moisture inside the chicken, so that:
👉 The inside stays juicy
👉 The outside stays crisp
👉 Each bite feels fresh and satisfying
This balance is what makes customers say,
“These are the softest tenders I’ve ever had!”
5. Perfect Oil Temperature — Every Single Time
Crunch doesn’t happen by accident.
We fry at a precise temperature range to ensure:
The coating cooks evenly
The chicken stays tender
The surface becomes crisp, not greasy
The inside cooks without drying out
If the oil is too hot → outside burns
If it’s too cold → tenders become oily
At Shakes N Tenders → temperature is always just right
6. Fresh Oil = Fresh Taste
We never reuse oil beyond safe, quality limits.
Fresh oil ensures:
✔ The coating stays light
✔ The color stays golden
✔ No bitter aftertaste
✔ Better aroma and better crunch
This is one of the biggest reasons our tenders remain consistent in taste and texture.
7. Timing & Technique: The Art of Frying
Crispiness is a craft.
Our kitchen team follows a strict timing method to ensure that the tenders:
Fry long enough to get crunchy
Don’t stay so long that they harden
Drain properly to avoid greasiness
The result?
Tenders that stay crispy even after dipping into sauces, pairing with shakes, or taking them home.
8. Paired With Sauces That Make the Crunch Pop
Crunch becomes even better when paired with flavor — and that’s where our sauces come in.
Our customers love dipping tenders into:
Peri-peri
Hot & spicy
Classic mayo
BBQ
Cheese
Special Shakes N Tenders signature dips
Each sauce elevates the crunch, creating a perfect balance of crispy + creamy + flavorful.
Final Bite: What Makes Us the Crispiest in Town?
It’s not one thing…
it’s everything working together:
✨ Fresh chicken
✨ Secret seasoning
✨ Double-layer coating
✨ Perfect moisture lock
✨ Ideal oil temperature
✨ Fresh oil
✨ Expert timing
✨ Iconic sauces
At Shakes N Tenders, we don’t just fry chicken —
we craft crunch.
So the next time you hear that loud CRUNCH that echoes in your ears (and your heart)… just remember:
That’s not just a tender —
it’s the Shakes N Tenders experience.
