Zippy Dippy Chicken Strips to Bake or Fry

Get ready to elevate your chicken game with these irresistible Zippy Dippy Chicken Strips, a versatile recipe you can bake or fry to crispy perfection! Featuring tender chicken strips coated in a zesty blend of flour, cornstarch, and spices like paprika, cayenne, and garlic, these strips are bursting with bold flavor and a perfectly crisp texture. Dipped in a buttermilk-egg wash for added moisture and optionally coated in breadcrumbs for extra crunch, they’re a hit for both weeknight dinners and game day snacks. Whether baked to golden perfection or fried for a classic crispy finish, these chicken strips are quick to make and pair beautifully with your favorite dipping sauces. Perfect for satisfying cravings, this recipe offers a customizable and crowd-pleasing option that’s as fun to make as it is to eat!

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 large chicken breasts
• 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 0.25 cups cornstarch
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 large eggs
• 0.5 cups buttermilk
• 1 cup breadcrumbs (optional, for extra crunch)
• None as needed oil (for frying)
• None as needed cooking spray (for baking)

Directions

Step 1

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) if baking. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and lightly spray with cooking spray.

Step 2

2. Slice chicken breasts into thin, even strips about 1 inch wide.

Step 3

3. In a shallow bowl, combine flour, cornstarch, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.

Step 4

4. In a separate shallow bowl, beat eggs and stir in buttermilk.

Step 5

5. Optional: Place breadcrumbs in a third shallow bowl if you'd like extra crunch.

Step 6

6. Dredge each chicken strip in the flour mixture, then dip into the egg mixture. If using breadcrumbs, coat the strip in breadcrumbs as the final layer.

Step 7

7. For baking: Place strips on the prepared baking sheet, spray lightly with cooking spray, and bake for 20 minutes, flipping halfway through, until chicken is golden and cooked through.

Step 8

8. For frying: Heat about 1 inch of oil in a deep skillet to 350°F (175°C). Fry strips in batches for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and fully cooked. Drain on paper towels.

Step 9

9. Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauces.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(945.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2019.6

Total Fat 34.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 10.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g
Cholesterol 714.2mg	0%
Sodium 3732.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 245.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.0g	0%
Total Sugars 15.1g
Protein 171.2g	0%

Vitamin D 145.4IU	0%
Calcium 363.8mg	0%
Iron 18.1mg	0%
Potassium 793.0mg	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: 15.6%

Protein: 34.7%

Carbs: 49.7%