Crispy Fried Chicken Strips
Get ready to savor the ultimate crowd-pleaser with these Crispy Fried Chicken Strips—a perfect blend of golden crunch and juicy, tender chicken! Coated in a flavorful mixture of flour, cornstarch, and spices like paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder, each strip sings with bold, savory charm. Marinated in buttermilk and a splash of hot sauce, they’re not only deliciously moist inside but pack a subtle kick of zesty heat. Deep-fried to perfection, these strips boast an irresistible crisp texture that pairs beautifully with your favorite dipping sauces. Ideal for game days, parties, or family dinners, this recipe is easy to follow and ready in under an hour, making it the ultimate go-to for crispy chicken lovers everywhere. Perfectly seasoned and blissfully crunchy, these homemade chicken strips are a showstopper that will have everyone reaching for seconds!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 0.5 cup Cornstarch
- 2 teaspoons Salt
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 cup Buttermilk
- 1 Egg
- 4 cups Vegetable oil
- 1 tablespoon Hot sauce
Instructions
Slice the chicken breasts into thin strips, about 1 inch wide and 3-4 inches long.
In a large bowl, whisk together buttermilk, egg, and hot sauce until well combined. Add the chicken strips, ensuring they are fully submerged. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or up to 4 hours to marinate.
In another large bowl, mix together the flour, cornstarch, salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder.
Heat the vegetable oil in a deep frying pan or Dutch oven over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (180°C). Use a thermometer to maintain the temperature for even cooking.
Remove the chicken strips from the buttermilk mixture, allowing any excess to drip off.
Dredge each chicken strip in the flour mixture, pressing lightly to adhere, ensuring each strip is thoroughly coated.
Gently place a few chicken strips at a time into the hot oil. Avoid overcrowding the pan to maintain the oil temperature. Fry for about 5-7 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden brown and cooked through.
Use a slotted spoon to remove the chicken strips from the oil and place them on a wire rack over a baking sheet to let excess oil drain.
Repeat the frying process with the remaining chicken strips.
Serve hot with your choice of dipping sauces and sides. Enjoy your crispy fried chicken strips!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
8963 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 869.8 g | 1115% | |
| Saturated Fat | 130.8 g | 654% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 539.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 608 mg | 203% | |
| Sodium | 5781 mg | 251% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 185.8 g | 68% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.2 g | 26% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.7 g | ||
| Protein | 174.3 g | 349% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.5 mcg | 22% | |
| Calcium | 408 mg | 31% | |
| Iron | 14.8 mg | 82% | |
| Potassium | 1877 mg | 40% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
