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Homemade Chicken Strips

Homemade chicken strips. When it comes to this type of quick weeknight dinner, we're all about respecting the yum factor. This recipe does exactly that.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
25 mins
Servings: 4 to 6 servings
Calories: 772 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • olive oil for frying
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup unseasoned dry bread crumbs
  • 2 teaspoons sea salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 cups buttermilk (either low-fat or full-fat)
  • 1 3/4 pounds chicken tenders (about 18 tenders) or chicken breast meat cut into slender strips
  • ketchup (optional)
  • barbecue sauce (optional)

Instructions

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  1. Pour enough olive oil into a large heavy skillet to reach a depth of 1/2 inch. Place over medium heat until the oil registers 325°F (163°C) on a deep-fry or candy thermometer. Place a wire rack over a rimmed baking sheet and place it alongside the stove.
  2. Meanwhile, in a shallow bowl, whisk together the flour, bread crumbs, salt, and pepper. Pour the buttermilk into a separate shallow bowl.
  3. Pat the chicken dry with paper towels. Working with half the strips at a time, dip them first in the buttermilk, allowing any excess to drip off, and then dredge them in the flour mixture, turning to coat all sides. (You want to stir the flour mixture often in between strips to keep the bread crumbs from settling to the bottom of the bowl.)
  4. Carefully place a few chicken strips in the hot oil and cook, turning often, until the coating is golden brown, the juices run clear, and the chicken is cooked through, 6 to 10 minutes. It may be necessary to adjust the heat during frying to maintain an oil temperature of between 315°F to 325°F (157°C to 163°C). Be certain to return the temperature to 325°F (163°C) in between batches. Place the cooked strips on the wire rack. Repeat with the remaining ingredients.
  5. Serve the chicken strips with ketchup or barbecue sauce, if desired, on the side for dipping.

Notes

  • Even Healthier Homemade Chicken Strips
  • To sneak a little more nutrition into these homemade chicken strips, you can replace the all-purpose flour and bread crumbs with 1 cup all-purpose flour, 1 cup whole-wheat flour, and 3 tablespoons ground flaxseeds.

Nutrition Information

Serving 3tenders Calories 772kcal (39%) Carbohydrates 64g (21%) Protein 55g (110%) Fat 32g (49%) Saturated Fat 7g (35%) Monounsaturated Fat 18g Trans Fat 0.03g Cholesterol 140mg (47%) Sodium 1721mg (72%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 7g (14%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4to 6 servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 772

% Daily Value*

Serving 3tenders
Calories 772kcal 39%
Carbohydrates 64g 21%
Protein 55g 110%
Fat 32g 49%
Saturated Fat 7g 35%
Monounsaturated Fat 18g 90%
Trans Fat 0.03g 2%
Cholesterol 140mg 47%
Sodium 1721mg 72%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 7g 14%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.