Jul 13 2026

Ruby Red Recipe

Time45m
Serves4

Classic Canto Style Crispy Chicken Strips Drizzled w/ House Sweet-n-Tangy Sauce

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Ingredients

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Chicken Strips

House Sweet-n-Tangy Sauce

Method

Preparing the Chicken Strips

  1. 1

    Cut the Chicken

    Slice the chicken breasts into thin strips, about 1 inch wide, and set aside.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Breading Station

    In three separate shallow bowls, place flour in one, whisk together the egg and milk in the second, and mix bread crumbs with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika in the third.

  3. 3

    Coat the Chicken

    Dredge each chicken strip in flour, shaking off any excess. Dip in the egg mixture, and finally coat with the seasoned bread crumbs. Ensure each strip is fully coated.

Frying the Chicken Strips

  1. 4

    Heat the Oil

    In a deep frying pan, heat the oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).

  2. 5

    Fry the Chicken

    Carefully add the breaded chicken strips to the hot oil in batches. Fry for about 4-5 minutes per side or until golden brown and cooked through. Use a thermometer to ensure the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).

  3. 6

    Drain the Chicken

    Remove the chicken strips from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.

Making the House Sweet-n-Tangy Sauce

  1. 7

    Combine Ingredients

    In a medium bowl, mix together ketchup, honey, apple cider vinegar, soy sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, and red pepper flakes until well combined.

  2. 8

    Adjust Taste

    Taste the sauce and add salt as needed to enhance the flavor.

Serving

  1. 9

    Plate the Chicken Strips

    Arrange the crispy chicken strips on a serving platter.

  2. 10

    Drizzle the Sauce

    Generously drizzle the house sweet-n-tangy sauce over the chicken strips before serving.

  3. 11

    Enjoy!

    Serve hot and enjoy your Ruby Red crispy chicken strips!

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