Description
Crispy chicken fries made from juicy chicken tenders, coated in a seasoned breadcrumb crust and fried to golden perfection. Perfect for snacking, dipping, or serving at parties.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound chicken tenders, cut into strips
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- Vegetable oil, for frying
Instructions
- Set up your dredging stations with seasoned flour, egg and buttermilk mixture, and breadcrumbs in separate bowls.
- Dip each chicken strip into the flour mix, then the egg mix, and finally coat with breadcrumbs, pressing gently.
- Heat oil in a deep skillet to 350°F.
- Fry chicken strips in batches for 3–4 minutes per side until golden and crispy.
- Drain on paper towels or a wire rack before serving.
- Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
- Chill the breaded strips before frying for extra crunch.
- Use a thermometer to maintain oil temperature.
- Double the batch and freeze for easy future meals.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 630mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: chicken fries, crispy chicken, homemade chicken fingers, party snacks, fried chicken tenders