How to Make Crispy Fried Chicken Strips

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Looking for an affordable, delicious, and satisfying meal that’s guaranteed to please the whole family? These crispy fried chicken strips are the answer! Packed with bold flavor and a perfect crunch, this easy-to-make recipe uses simple pantry staples, spices, and a special seasoning blend to deliver restaurant-quality results at home without breaking the bank.

What makes this chicken strips recipe stand out is the combination of seasoned flour and Lefty's Spicy Chicken and Fish Seasoning. With hints of garlic, onion, smoked paprika, and a touch of cayenne, each bite delivers mouthwatering flavor that’s just the right balance of heat and savory goodness. The crispy coating locks in juicy chicken breast for a texture that’s golden on the outside and tender on the inside.

Perfect for quick dinners, game days, or party platters, this recipe doesn’t require any fancy tools or complicated steps. With just one egg, some water, and a blend of affordable spices, you can whip up a batch of crispy fried chicken strips in under 30 minutes. Whether you're feeding a crowd or making a satisfying solo meal, these chicken strips hit the spot every time.

Serve them with your favorite dipping sauces, alongside fries, in wraps, or on top of salads. However you enjoy them, you’ll find yourself coming back to this crispy fried chicken strips, crowd-pleasing classic again and again.

Grocery List for crispy fried chicken strips

3 large chicken breasts
4 cups all-purpose flour
1 tbsp kosher salt
1 tbsp black pepper
2 tbsp garlic powder
2 tbsp onion powder
2 tbsp smoked paprika
1 tbsp cayenne pepper
2 tbsp all-purpose seasoning
1 cup Lefty's Spicy Chicken and Fish seasoning
1 egg
Water
½ cup cornstarch or baking powder
Oil for frying (vegetable or canola recommended)

Prep Time 15 mins

Cook Time 20 mins

Total Time 35 mins

Difficulty: Beginner

Cooking Temp: 350 F

Servings: 8

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Description

Looking for an affordable, delicious, and satisfying meal that’s guaranteed to please the whole family? These crispy chicken strips are the answer. Packed with bold flavor and a perfect crunch, this easy-to-make recipe uses simple pantry staples and a special seasoning blend to deliver restaurant-quality results at home without breaking the bank.

Ingredients

3 large chicken breasts
4 cups all-purpose flour
1 tbsp kosher salt
1 tbsp black pepper
2 tbsp garlic powder
2 tbsp onion powder
2 tbsp smoked paprika
1 tbsp cayenne pepper
2 tbsp all-purpose seasoning
1 cup Lefty's Spicy Chicken and Fish seasoning
1 egg
Water
½ cup cornstarch or baking powder
Oil for frying (vegetable or canola recommended)

Instructions

1
Slice chicken breasts into even strips, about 1 inch wide. Pat dry with paper towels.
2
In a bowl, whisk together 1 egg with about ½ cup of water, and the Lefty's seasoning until smooth.
3
In a large bowl or shallow dish, combine flour, and then half of the kosher salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, all-purpose seasoning, and cornstarch (or baking powder).
4
Add the remaining seasonings to chicken strips. Mix until well combined.
5
Pour the wet batter over the strips and let marinate at least 30 minutes or overnight for best results.
6
Take the tenders and dip them into the dry batter, then the wet, back to the dry, and lay them on a wire rack for 10 minutes.
7
Add oil to a large pot and heat to 350 degrees.
8
Fry your strips for 7-8 minutes or until they reach an internal temperature of 165 degrees. They should be golden brown and crispy!
9
Serve with blue cheese or ranch and enjoy!

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