Crispy Fried Chicken Fingers

Get ready to sink your teeth into the ultimate comfort food with these *Crispy Fried Chicken Fingers*! Perfectly seasoned with a blend of paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and a hint of cayenne for a touch of heat, these golden-brown tenders are irresistibly crunchy on the outside and juicy on the inside. The secret lies in the double-layered coating of buttermilk and a spiced flour mixture, paired with deep frying to achieve that signature crispiness. Ideal for game nights, family dinners, or casual snacking, these chicken fingers are quick to prepare in just 20 minutes of active prep and cook time. Serve them hot with your favorite dipping sauces, from tangy ranch to smoky barbecue, for a crowd-pleasing dish that's sure to disappear in minutes.

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pieces Chicken breast
• 1 cup All-purpose flour
• 0.5 cup Cornstarch
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
• 1 cup Buttermilk
• 1 large Egg
• 3 cups Vegetable oil

Directions

Step 1

Start by slicing the chicken breasts into strips about 1 inch wide.

Step 2

In a large bowl, combine the buttermilk and egg. Whisk together until well mixed.

Step 3

Add the chicken strips to the buttermilk mixture, ensuring they are fully submerged. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (or up to 4 hours) to tenderize and flavor the chicken.

Step 4

In another bowl, mix the flour, cornstarch, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper until well combined.

Step 5

Heat the vegetable oil in a deep frying pan or pot over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).

Step 6

Remove chicken strips from the refrigerator and allow excess buttermilk mixture to drip off. Dredge each chicken strip in the seasoned flour mixture, pressing the flour onto the chicken to ensure a thick coat.

Step 7

Once the oil is hot enough, carefully place chicken strips into the frying pan, working in batches to avoid overcrowding.

Step 8

Fry each batch for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through.

Step 9

Using a slotted spoon, transfer the fried chicken fingers to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.

Step 10

Serve hot with your choice of dipping sauce or as part of a meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1379.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	6559.4

Total Fat 653.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 98.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 406.8g
Cholesterol 452.8mg	0%
Sodium 3523.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 139.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 5.4g	0%
Total Sugars 12.6g
Protein 95.4g	0%

Vitamin D 180.6IU	0%
Calcium 379.7mg	0%
Iron 8.8mg	0%
Potassium 1337.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 86.2%

Protein: 5.6%

Carbs: 8.2%