Crispy Chicken Strips are a delicious and crunchy treat that everyone loves. Perfectly seasoned and coated with golden breadcrumbs, these strips are juicy on the inside and crispy on the outside. They make an excellent snack, party appetizer, or main dish when served with your favorite dipping sauces. This recipe brings restaurant-quality flavor right into your kitchen with simple ingredients and easy steps.
Ingredients
- 500g boneless chicken breasts, cut into strips
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (panko or regular)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- 1 cup buttermilk or milk (for marinating)
- Oil for deep frying
Instructions
- Place the chicken strips in a bowl and pour the buttermilk over them. Add salt and black pepper, mix well, and marinate for at least 30 minutes (or overnight for best results).
- In a shallow bowl, combine flour, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder. In another bowl, place the beaten eggs. In a third bowl, spread the breadcrumbs.
- Dip each marinated chicken strip first into the flour mixture, then into the beaten eggs, and finally coat it evenly with breadcrumbs. Press gently to ensure the coating sticks well.
- Heat oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat. Once hot, carefully drop in the coated chicken strips in batches. Fry until golden brown and crispy, about 4–5 minutes per side.
- Remove and place on paper towels to drain excess oil. Serve warm with ketchup, spicy mayo, or honey mustard sauce.
