Chicken Fingers Recipe
Crispy chicken, fries, fresh fruit, ketchup
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Ingredients
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Chicken Fingers
Fries
Fresh Fruit
Ketchup
Method
Chicken Fingers
- 1
Prepare the Chicken
Cut the chicken breasts into thin strips, about 1 inch wide.
- 2
- 3
Bread the Chicken
Dip each chicken strip first into the flour, then into the eggs, and finally coat with the bread crumb mixture. Make sure each piece is thoroughly coated.
- 4
Heat the Oil
In a large skillet, heat 2 cups of vegetable oil over medium-high heat until hot (around 350°F / 175°C).
- 5
Fry the Chicken
Carefully add the breaded chicken strips to the hot oil in batches. Fry for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and drain on paper towels.
Fries
- 6
Prepare the Potatoes
Wash and peel the potatoes. Cut them into thin strips, about 1/4 inch thick.
- 7
Soak the Fries
Soak the potato strips in cold water for at least 30 minutes. This helps to remove excess starch and makes them crispier.
- 8
Heat the Oil
In a deep fryer or a large pot, heat 2 cups of vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C).
- 9
Fry the Potatoes
Carefully add the soaked and drained potato strips to the hot oil in batches. Fry for 4-5 minutes or until golden brown and crispy. Remove and drain on paper towels.
- 10
Season the Fries
While still hot, sprinkle the fries with salt and pepper to taste.
Serve
- 11
Plate the Dish
On a large plate, arrange the crispy chicken fingers, fries, and fresh fruit. Serve with ketchup on the side for dipping.
