Product Details

Ingredients:

For the Chicken:

• 500 g (1 lb) boneless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into strips
• ½ cup buttermilk (or ½ cup milk + 1 tbsp vinegar/lemon juice)
• 1 tsp garlic paste
• 1 tsp paprika
• ½ tsp black pepper powder
• ½ tsp salt

For the Coating:

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• ½ cup cornflour (cornstarch)
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp onion powder
• ½ tsp cayenne pepper (optional, for extra spice)
• ½ tsp salt
• ½ tsp black pepper

For Frying:

• Oil for deep frying

Instructions:

1. Marinate the Chicken:

   • In a bowl, combine buttermilk, garlic paste, paprika, black pepper powder, and salt. Mix well.
   • Add the chicken strips and coat them evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours for extra tenderness.

2. Prepare the Coating:

   • In a separate bowl, mix all-purpose flour, cornflour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper (if using), salt, and black pepper.

3. Coat the Chicken:

   • Remove the chicken strips from the marinade, letting the excess liquid drip off.
   • Dredge each strip in the flour mixture, pressing lightly to ensure the coating sticks well.
   • For extra crispiness, dip the coated chicken back into the buttermilk and then into the flour mixture again.

4. Fry the Chicken:

   • Heat oil in a deep frying pan or pot over medium heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
   • Carefully lower the coated chicken strips into the hot oil in small batches to avoid overcrowding.
   • Fry for 4-6 minutes, turning occasionally, until the strips are golden brown and fully cooked (internal temperature of 165°F/74°C).
   • Remove and place on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.

5. Serve:

   • Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauces like ranch, honey mustard, barbecue sauce, or spicy mayo. Pair with fries or a fresh salad for a complete meal.

Tips for Crispy Chicken Strips:

• Use a meat thermometer to maintain the oil temperature for even frying.
• Let the coated chicken rest for 5 minutes before frying to help the coating adhere better.
• For a baked version, preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and bake the strips on a greased rack for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through.

Enjoy your crispy, flavorful Chicken Strips! 🍗