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Raising Cane’s Chicken Fingers Copycat Recipe & Cane Sauce Dupe

Believe the hype. Raising Cane’s chicken is really, really good. Tender, juicy, crispy and flavorful, this popular food chain is giving Korean Fried Chicken major competition. What do I do when the closest Raising Cane’s takes a journey and a half to get to? I make it myself. You can too.

Raising Cane’s Copycat Crispy Chicken Fingers

Craving that legendary Raising Cane’s flavor but don’t want to leave the house? This copycat chicken fingers recipe delivers the ultra-tender, juicy, and perfectly crispy tenders you love. The secret lies in the signature brine and a light, flaky breading that mimics the crinkle of the original.

Whether you’re hosting a game day or looking for a family-favorite weeknight dinner, these homemade tenders hit the spot. Pair them with a creamy Cane dipping sauce and buttery Texas toast for the full “box combo” experience right in your own kitchen.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Signature Texture: Achieves that specific Cane’s crunch without being overly heavy.
Simple Ingredients: Uses pantry staples like garlic powder, black pepper, and flour.
Kid-Approved: A guaranteed hit for even the pickiest eaters.
Cost-Effective: Feed the whole family for a fraction of the price of takeout.

Try my Texas Toast recipe too!

Battered Chicken Tenderloins for Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers — Dredge chicken in flour and let that sit for 10 minutes.

What’s in this recipe

chicken tenderloins
buttermilk
egg
flour
corn starch
baking soda
cajun seasoning
onion and garlic powder

Raising Cane’s Chicken Fingers Copycat & Cane Sauce Dupe

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Crispy, juicy and oh so flavorful chicken tenders? Yes, please. Believe the hype, Raising Cane’s chicken is really good. Good enough for this Jersey mom to trek to Times Square, brave the long lines, and scope the packed seating area for people who look like they are finishing their meal to stand behind them and grab their seats as soon as they get up. Not my idea of a stress-free meal out. But the chicken is worth it. Of course, I had to find a way to make it at home.

Author: Ellen
Prep Time: 3 hours
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 3 hours 20 minutes
Category: Dinner, Lunch

Ingredients

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Chicken Marinade:

2 pounds of chicken tenders
1 3/4 cups buttermilk
1 egg
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon chicken bouillon
1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning

Flour Coating for Chicken:

2 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 cup corn starch
1 tablespoon baking soda
1 tablespoon salt
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 tablespoon chicken bouillon
1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning

For Frying:

3 to 5 cups of vegetable oil (avocado oil or peanut oil works well too)

Cane Sauce Dupe:

1/2 cup kewpie mayo (or any mayo)
1/4 cup ketchup
1 teaspoon Worcester sauce
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon salt

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Instructions

In a bowl, combine the marinade ingredients and mix well to combine. Add the chicken, 1 piece at a time. Make sure each piece is submerged in the marinade. Cover the bowl and let it sit in the fridge for at least 2 hours. Overnight is great.
In another large, shallow bowl, combine the flour coating ingredients.
Prepare two baking sheets with wire racks. Remove the container of chicken from the fridge. Working with one piece at a time, dredge the chicken in the flour mixture and set it on the wire rack. Let the flour chicken absorb the flour mixture, about 10 minutes and then dredge each piece again in the flour mixture.
Prepare a pan or dutch oven for frying. Depending on the size of your frying pot, heat up 3 to 5 cups of oil to 350°F (175°C). Once the oil is ready, fry the chicken for 3 to 5 minutes on each side or until the internal temperature is 165°F (75°C). Remove the chicken and place on a clean wire rack to drain. Do not overcrowd the pan. You may have to fry the chicken in batches.