Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breast or tenders, cut into strips
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Oil for frying (vegetable or canola recommended)
Instructions
- Trim excess fat from the chicken and cut into 1-inch strips.
- Set up a breading station with three shallow bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with seasoned panko breadcrumbs.
- Dip each chicken strip into the flour, then the egg, and finally coat with seasoned panko breadcrumbs.
- Heat oil in a deep skillet or fryer to 350°F (175°C).
- Carefully fry the breaded chicken strips in batches for 4–5 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
- Remove and drain on paper towels. Serve hot with preferred dips.
Notes
- For a healthier option, bake at 400°F (200°C) for 20–25 minutes until crispy.
- Use high smoke point oils like vegetable, canola, or peanut for frying.
- Season the flour with additional spices like cumin or oregano for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Main Course
- Method: Frying, Baking
- Cuisine: American, Fast Food
- Diet: High-Protein
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 oz (85g)
- Calories: 280 Kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
