Paula Deen's Sesame Chicken Strips

Crispy, flavorful, and perfect for any occasion, Paula Deen's Sesame Chicken Strips are a crowd-pleasing dish that will elevate your appetizer game. These golden chicken strips are soaked in a tangy milk and hot sauce marinade, coated in a perfectly seasoned flour mixture, and crusted with nutty sesame seeds for a unique crunch in every bite. Deep-fried to crispy perfection, they’re a delightful blend of tender chicken and bold spices, with the sesame seeds adding a distinctive touch. Ready in just 30 minutes, these strips make a winning choice for game days, family dinners, or party platters. Pair them with honey mustard or sweet chili sauce for an irresistible dipping experience!

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pounds Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 cup Milk
• 2 tablespoons Hot sauce
• 1 large Egg
• 1 cup All-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon Cornstarch
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
• 0.5 cup Sesame seeds
• 3 cups Vegetable oil (for frying)

Directions

Step 1

Cut the chicken breasts into thin strips, approximately 1-inch wide and 3-4 inches long.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, whisk together milk, hot sauce, and the egg. Add the chicken strips to this mixture and allow them to marinate for 10 minutes while you prepare the coating.

Step 3

In a separate shallow dish, combine the flour, cornstarch, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. Mix well to combine.

Step 4

Place the sesame seeds in another shallow dish.

Step 5

Heat the vegetable oil in a deep skillet or heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat to a temperature of about 350°F (175°C). Use a thermometer for accuracy.

Step 6

Remove a chicken strip from the milk mixture, letting the excess drip off, and dredge it in the flour mixture, coating evenly.

Step 7

Press the floured chicken strip into the sesame seeds so the seeds adhere to both sides. Repeat with the remaining chicken strips.

Step 8

Carefully place the coated chicken strips into the hot oil, working in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan. Fry each batch for 3-5 minutes, turning occasionally, until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through.

Step 9

Transfer the fried chicken strips to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.

Step 10

Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce, such as honey mustard or sweet chili sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2148.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	8685.7

Total Fat 795.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 121.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 18.4g
Cholesterol 1012.6mg	0%
Sodium 3990.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 121.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.6g	0%
Total Sugars 12.7g
Protein 322.0g	0%

Vitamin D 170.2IU	0%
Calcium 495.6mg	0%
Iron 19.4mg	0%
Potassium 3192.8mg	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: 80.2%

Protein: 14.4%

Carbs: 5.4%