How to Make Extra-Crispy Fried Chicken Strips - A Step-by-Step Guide

There's something undeniably satisfying about biting into a piece of extra-crispy fried chicken. The crispy, golden-brown exterior gives way to tender, juicy chicken on the inside, creating a truly irresistible combination of flavors and textures. Whether you're a fan of traditional fried chicken or just love a good, crunchy snack, this recipe for extra-crispy fried chicken strips is sure to hit the spot.

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Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • ¾ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 2 large eggs
  • 4 tablespoons water
  • 1 ½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken breast tenders
  • 2 cups vegetable oil for frying, or as needed

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Additional Time: 5 mins
  • Total Time: 40 mins
  • Servings: 4

  • Combine flour, salt, and pepper in a medium bowl. Mix eggs and water together in a small bowl.
  • Place some chicken strips in the flour mixture to coat, then gently shake to remove any excess flour. Coat strips in egg. Return to the flour mixture and coat again; repeat with egg mixture. Coat once more in the flour mixture, placing strips on a plate while you continue with remaining chicken.
  • Let strips sit for 5 minutes to allow flour to set.
  • Heat oil in a deep-fryer or large saucepan to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C); oil is ready if you drop some water in and it sizzles.
  • Working in batches if needed, place strips in the hot oil. Cook for 8 minutes. Turn over and continue to cook until golden brown, no longer pink in the centers, and juices run clear, about 8 minutes more. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
  • Place strips on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess grease.
  • Nutrition

    518 cal.

    • Total Fat: 19g
    • Saturated Fat: 4g
    • Cholesterol: 197mg
    • Sodium: 563mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 37g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 0g
    • Protein: 46g
    • Vitamin C: 0mg
    • Calcium: 40mg
    • Iron: 4mg
    • Potassium: 402mg