Jul 14 2026
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Fried Chicken Strips Recipe

Time1h
Serves20

Served with 20 Corn Muffins & Honey Butter

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Ingredients

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Fried Chicken Strips

Corn Muffins

Method

Fried Chicken Strips

  1. 1

    Marinate the Chicken

    Cut chicken breasts into strips and place them in a bowl. Pour buttermilk over the chicken, ensuring all pieces are well-coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Coating

    In a separate bowl, mix together all-purpose flour, cornstarch, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper until well combined.

  3. 3

    Heat Oil

    In a large skillet or deep fryer, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).

  4. 4

    Coat the Chicken

    Remove chicken strips from the buttermilk, allowing excess to drip off. Dredge each strip in the flour mixture, ensuring a thorough coating.

  5. 5

    Fry the Chicken

    Carefully place the coated chicken strips into the hot oil, cooking in batches to avoid overcrowding. Fry for about 5-7 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and drain on paper towels.

Corn Muffins

  1. 6

    Preheat the Oven

    Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Grease a muffin tin or line with paper liners.

  2. 7

    Mix Dry Ingredients

    In a large bowl, combine cornmeal, all-purpose flour, baking powder, and sugar. Mix well.

  3. 8

    Mix Wet Ingredients

    In another bowl, whisk together milk, eggs, and melted butter until smooth.

  4. 9

    Combine Mixtures

    Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Do not overmix.

  5. 10

    Bake the Muffins

    Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about 2/3 full. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.

  6. 11

    Prepare Honey Butter

    In a small bowl, mix softened butter with honey until well combined and creamy.

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