Buttermilk fried chicken strips are a classic dish loved for their crispy coating and juicy, tender interior. They're perfect for a casual meal or a special occasion, and can be served with a variety of dipping sauces and sides. The key to making the best buttermilk fried chicken strips is to use high-quality buttermilk and chicken, and to follow a simple recipe that ensures a crispy coating and a moist interior.
Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!
DELISH BUTTERMILK FRIED CHICKEN STRIPS
Adapted from a friend's recipe, these were the best chicken strips EVER. We like to serve with homemade honey mustard, buffalo wing sauce or gravy, depending on our mood. Enjoy! *prep time does not include marinade time*
Provided by GirlyJu
Categories Chicken Breast
Time 45m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Soak chicken in buttermilk several hours or over night.
- Drain off buttermilk into a dipping container and whisk in eggs.
- Coat chicken with half of each of the seasonings: salt, pepper, garlic, and cayenne.
- In another dipping container mix crackers and flour along with remaining seasonings.
- Next, dip the breast into dry then wet, then back into dry again.
- Shallow fry in batches of peanut oil heated to 350 in a cast iron skillet until golden brown, about 8-10 min per side.
EASY BUTTERMILK FRIED CHICKEN STRIPS RECIPE - (4.3/5)
Provided by DeliciouslyDished
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- In a medium bowl, mix buttermilk, salt, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, and paprika to make the marinade. Place chicken in a large bowl or a large Ziploc bag. Pour marinade over chicken and seal tightly. Keep in the refrigerator for 2 to 4 hours. In a shallow dish used for dredging, mix the flour, salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and baking powder. Parmesan cheese and bread crumbs also make good additions if you like. Then add buttermilk and combine until mixture is evenly clumpy. Remove chicken from refrigerator and shake off buttermilk mixture. Dredge chicken in flour mixture and prepare to fry. Heat oil in a large, deep and heavy skillet. When oil is hot and shimmering, carefully place coated chicken in hot oil and fry until golden brown and juices run clear. Drain on paper towels
CRISPY BUTTERMILK CHICKEN STRIPS
A quick, easy, more delicious version of a fast-food favorite. Serve with barbecue sauce, ranch dressing, or your favorite dipping sauce.
Provided by Tim Wilkerson
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken Chicken Tenders Recipes
Time 55m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 200 degrees F (95 degrees C).
- Slice each chicken breast into thick strips.
- Whisk flour, Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and cayenne together and pour into a gallon-sized resealable plastic bag. Pour buttermilk into a shallow dish.
- Fill a heavy-bottomed pan at least 4 inches deep with oil and heat it to 350 degrees (175 degrees C).
- Place several chicken strips in the plastic bag. Seal the bag and shake a couple of times until strips are coated. Repeat to coat remaining strips. Dip each strip into buttermilk, then back into the flour mixture.
- Fry the strips, 4 or 5 at a time, in the hot oil until golden brown and no longer pink in the centers, 6 to 8 minutes. Drain on paper towels, then transfer to a baking sheet to keep warm in the oven as you fry the remaining strips.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 648.7 calories, Carbohydrate 78.4 g, Cholesterol 85.4 mg, Fat 16.5 g, Fiber 3.1 g, Protein 43.3 g, SaturatedFat 3.2 g, Sodium 782.3 mg, Sugar 6.2 g
FRIED BUTTERMILK CHICKEN STRIPS
These buttermilk chicken strips are crunchy on the outside, moist on the inside!
Provided by Gmshafer
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken Chicken Tenders Recipes
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Soak chicken tenders in buttermilk for 20 to 30 minutes in the refrigerator.
- While chicken is soaking, combine flour, salt, garlic salt, mustard powder, paprika, and pepper in a large brown bag.
- Heat oil in a deep-fryer or large saucepan to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- Drain chicken and shake lightly to remove excess buttermilk. Chicken should still be damp. Drop chicken into the bag of seasoned flour and shake until well coated.
- Drop chicken into hot oil, about 6 pieces at a time, depending on the size of your pot. Cook until golden brown, crispy, and no longer pink in the centers, 6 to 8 minutes. Remove from oil and drain on paper towels. Sprinkle with salt and pepper while still warm.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 518.2 calories, Carbohydrate 43.1 g, Cholesterol 101.8 mg, Fat 17.2 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 45 g, SaturatedFat 3.3 g, Sodium 3317.6 mg, Sugar 6.1 g
SOUTHERN FRIED CHICKEN STRIPS
What's not to love with these crowd-pleasing golden fried chicken strips? A hint of garlic makes this fried chicken tenders recipe irresistible. -Genise Krause, Sturgeon Bay, WI
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 35m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a shallow bowl, whisk egg and buttermilk. In a separate shallow bowl, combine the flour, garlic powder, pepper, salt and paprika. Dip chicken in egg mixture, then flour mixture., In an electric skillet, heat oil to 375°. Fry chicken, a few pieces at a time, for 2-3 minutes on each side or until no longer pink. Drain on paper towels. Sprinkle with cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 327 calories, Fat 11g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 126mg cholesterol, Sodium 320mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 39g protein.
Tips:
- Use fresh, high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the final flavor of your fried chicken strips.
- Be sure to marinate the chicken for at least 30 minutes. This will help to tenderize the chicken and infuse it with flavor.
- Use a buttermilk-based marinade. Buttermilk is a great tenderizer and it also helps to create a crispy coating on the chicken.
- Season the chicken well. Use a variety of spices and herbs to add flavor to the chicken.
- Use a light coating of flour. Too much flour will make the chicken strips heavy and greasy.
- Fry the chicken strips in hot oil. The oil should be at least 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Cook the chicken strips until they are golden brown and crispy. This will take about 3-4 minutes per side.
- Serve the chicken strips hot with your favorite dipping sauce.
Conclusion:
Buttermilk fried chicken strips are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or main course. They are perfect for parties, potlucks, or a casual family dinner. With a few simple tips, you can make buttermilk fried chicken strips that are crispy, juicy, and flavorful. So what are you waiting for? Give this recipe a try today!
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