Extra-Crispy Fried Chicken Strips

These extra-crispy fried chicken tender strips are sure to satisfy even your pickiest eater and complement a variety of dipping sauces.

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 20 mins
• Total Time: 35 mins
• Calories: 518 Calories

Ingredients

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

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Combine flour, salt, and pepper in a medium bowl. Mix eggs and water together in a small bowl.

Step 2

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.

Step 3

Let strips sit for 5 minutes to allow flour to set.

Step 4

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.

Step 5

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.