Hot Chicken Strips
Get ready to ignite your taste buds with these irresistibly crispy and spicy Hot Chicken Strips! Marinated in a buttermilk and hot sauce blend, these tender chicken strips are infused with mouthwatering heat and perfectly spiced with a combination of cayenne, paprika, and garlic. Coated in a seasoned flour mixture with a touch of cornstarch for extra crunch, each bite delivers a golden, flavorful crust that satisfies every craving. Fried to perfection and ready in just 35 minutes, these chicken strips are ideal for game days, parties, or weeknight dinners. Serve them piping hot with ranch, blue cheese, or your favorite dipping sauce for an unforgettable spicy kick. Perfect for lovers of fried chicken with a bold twist, this recipe is sure to become a new household favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces Chicken breasts
- 1 cup Buttermilk
- 3 tablespoons Hot sauce
- 1 cup All-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon Cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 cups Vegetable oil
Instructions
Slice the chicken breasts into thin strips, about 1-inch wide.
In a large bowl, combine the buttermilk and hot sauce. Submerge the chicken strips in the buttermilk mixture and let marinate for at least 30 minutes (or up to 4 hours in the refrigerator for deeper flavor).
In another large bowl, whisk together the flour, cornstarch, cayenne pepper, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
Remove the chicken strips from the buttermilk marinade, allowing the excess to drip off. Dredge each strip in the seasoned flour mixture, pressing firmly to ensure a good coating.
Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or deep-fryer over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
Carefully place a few chicken strips into the hot oil, making sure not to overcrowd the pan. Fry for 4-5 minutes per side, or until the chicken is golden brown and fully cooked (internal temperature of 165°F or 74°C).
Using a slotted spoon, transfer the cooked chicken strips to a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil.
Repeat with the remaining chicken strips until all are cooked.
Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauces, such as ranch, blue cheese, or additional hot sauce. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4808 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 440.6 g | 565% | |
| Saturated Fat | 68.1 g | 340% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 269.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 313 mg | 104% | |
| Sodium | 3960 mg | 172% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 118.8 g | 43% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.9 g | 21% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.7 g | ||
| Protein | 128.6 g | 257% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.2 mcg | 16% | |
| Calcium | 362 mg | 28% | |
| Iron | 9.6 mg | 53% | |
| Potassium | 631 mg | 13% | |
*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.
