Homemade Chicken Fingers
Homemade chicken strips are crispy, fried to perfection and delicious. Crunchy breading and juicy chicken in every bite!
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Servings: 6
Calories: 565kcal
Ingredients
- 2-3 pounds chicken breast or tenders
- 3 cups flour
- 1/2 cup cornstarch optional
- 1/2 cup crackers crushed, Ritz or Club
- 1 tablespoon salt
- 1 tablespoon pepper
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup milk or buttermilk
- seasonings of your choice
Instructions
- If you are using chicken breasts, slice them into strips. Remove fat, rinse, and pat dry.
- Combine the flour, cornstarch, crushed crackers, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Mix together the eggs and milk in a separate bowl.
- Dip the chicken into the flour mixture, followed by the egg mixture and the flour mixture again. Set aside.
- Fry the chicken strips in hot oil until it’s cooked all the way through and golden brown. Drain on a paper towel-lined plate. Serve and enjoy!
Notes
- Cut chicken into even strips for even cooking.
- Soak chicken in buttermilk with a little bit of hot sauce before breading for added flavor and tenderness.
- Use a combination of flour and cracker crumbs for a crispy coating. We prefer Club Crackers or Ritz, but you can use other varieties.
- Fry in oil heated to 350°F for about 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
- Drain on a wire rack or paper towel to prevent fogginess.
- Add in red pepper flakes, garlic powder, onion powder, or any other seasonings you enjoy.
Nutrition
Calories: 565kcal | Carbohydrates: 77g | Protein: 27g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 152mg | Sodium: 1267mg | Potassium: 335mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 308IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 89mg | Iron: 5mg