Fried Chicken Strips (2) Recipe
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Ingredients
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Chicken Preparation
Breading Mixture
Frying
Method
Chicken Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Chicken
Cut the boneless chicken breasts into strips, approximately 1 inch wide. Place them in a bowl and season with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. Mix well to ensure all pieces are evenly coated. Let the chicken marinate for at least 15 minutes.
- 2
Breading Mixture
- 3
Prepare the Breading
In a shallow dish, combine the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, bread crumbs, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. Mix well to ensure all dry ingredients are evenly blended.
Frying
- 4
Heat the Oil
In a large skillet or deep frying pan, pour in the vegetable oil and heat over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C). You can check the temperature by dropping a small piece of bread into the oil; if it sizzles and browns, it's ready.
- 5
Breading the Chicken
Take each marinated chicken strip, dip it into the egg wash, allowing any excess to drip off, then dredge it in the breading mixture. Make sure each strip is fully coated.
- 6
Fry the Chicken Strips
Carefully place the breaded chicken strips into the hot oil, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan. Fry for about 4-5 minutes on each side or until golden brown and cooked through. Use a thermometer to ensure the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- 7
Drain and Serve
Once cooked, remove the chicken strips from the oil and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil. Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.