Crispy Fried Chicken Strips

Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with these irresistibly crispy fried chicken strips. Infused with a medley of savory spices, these chicken strips are marinated to tender perfection and coated with a crunchy breadcrumb crust. Perfect for a family dinner or as a party snack, this recipe is sure to be a crowd-pleaser!

Ingredients

For the Chicken Marinade:
🐔 7-8 pounds chicken breast, cut into thick strips
🥛 Enough milk to cover the chicken
🍋 Juice of 1 lemon
🥄 2 tablespoons vinegar
🌶️ 1 tablespoon black pepper
🌶️ 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
🧄 1 tablespoon garlic powder
🧂 1 tablespoon salt
🌶️ 1 tablespoon cayenne pepper

For the Flour Coating:
🥣 5 cups flour
🍞 1-2 cups plain Panko breadcrumbs
🌶️ 2 tablespoons smoked paprika
🌶️ 1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
🌶️ 1 tablespoon black pepper
🧄 1 tablespoon garlic powder
🧂 1 tablespoon salt

Instructions

1- Marinate the Chicken:

• In a large bowl, combine milk, lemon juice, and vinegar to prepare a buttermilk substitute.
• Add chicken strips to the bowl, making sure they are fully submerged.
• Add black pepper, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and cayenne pepper to the bowl.
• Mix well to ensure the chicken is evenly coated in the marinade.
• Cover and let marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour or longer for more flavor.

2- Prepare the Flour Coating:

• In a separate bowl, combine flour, Panko breadcrumbs, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, black pepper, garlic powder, and salt.
• Mix thoroughly to ensure an even distribution of spices.

3- Coat the Chicken:

• Remove chicken strips from the marinade and let any excess liquid drip off.
• Dredge each chicken strip in the flour mixture, ensuring it is fully coated.

4- Fry the Chicken:

• In a deep frying pan or fryer, heat oil on medium heat until hot.
• Carefully add 4-5 pieces of chicken at a time, avoiding overcrowding.
• Fry for 8-10 minutes, or until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through.
• To check doneness, cut into a piece to ensure it's cooked inside.

5- Serve and Enjoy:

• Let the fried chicken strips drain on paper towels to remove excess oil.
• Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 8-10 minutes per batch
Total Time: Approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes
Servings: 8-10 servings
Calories: Approximately 400 kcal per serving
Proteins: 30g
Fats: 22g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Equipment: Large bowl, frying pan, thermometer (optional for checking oil temperature)

Cooking Tips:

• For extra juicy chicken, marinate overnight.
• Ensure oil is not too hot to avoid burning the coating.

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Crispy Fried Chicken Strips