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Crispy Honey BBQ Chicken Strips Recipe

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  • Author: Lana
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

Crispy Honey BBQ Chicken Strips are a delightful blend of tender chicken breast coated in a seasoned flour and breadcrumb mixture, fried to golden perfection, and tossed in a sweet and smoky honey BBQ sauce. This recipe delivers a crispy exterior with a juicy interior, making it an irresistible appetizer or main dish perfect for family meals or gatherings.

Ingredients

Scale

Chicken and Coating

  • 1 lb chicken breast, cut into strips
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup bread crumbs
  • 2 eggs
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika

Sauce

  • 1/2 cup honey
  • 1/2 cup BBQ sauce

Frying

  • Vegetable oil for frying

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Flour Mixture: In a shallow bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika. Mix thoroughly to ensure even seasoning.
  2. Beat the Eggs: In a separate bowl, beat the eggs until they are fully combined and smooth, preparing them for the breading process.
  3. Set Up the Breading Station: Place the bread crumbs in a third bowl to complete the breading station alongside the flour mixture and beaten eggs.
  4. Coat the Chicken in Flour: Take each chicken strip and dip it into the seasoned flour mixture, making sure it is evenly coated on all sides for the first layer of breading.
  5. Dip in Egg and Bread Crumbs: Next, dip the floured chicken strip into the beaten egg mixture. Then, roll it in the bread crumbs, pressing gently to ensure a full and even coating that will become crispy when cooked.
  6. Heat the Oil: In a large frying pan, pour enough vegetable oil to cover the bottom and heat it over medium heat until hot but not smoking, approximately 350°F (175°C).
  7. Fry the Chicken Strips: Fry the breaded chicken strips in batches to avoid overcrowding, cooking each side for about 5-6 minutes or until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through to an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C). Once cooked, transfer to paper towels to drain excess oil.
  8. Prepare the Honey BBQ Sauce: In a small saucepan over low heat, combine the honey and BBQ sauce. Stir frequently until the mixture is well combined and heated through.
  9. Coat the Chicken with Sauce: Once the chicken strips are fried and drained, toss or drizzle them with the warm honey BBQ sauce, making sure each piece is well coated.
  10. Serve Immediately: Serve the crispy honey BBQ chicken strips hot for the best texture and flavor experience.

Notes

  • For extra crispiness, double dip the chicken by repeating the egg and breadcrumb step.
  • Adjust the amount of honey in the sauce to suit your sweetness preference.
  • Use a thermometer to ensure the oil is at the correct temperature for frying.
  • The chicken strips can be kept warm in a low oven (200°F/93°C) while frying the rest.
  • Serve with ranch or blue cheese dressing as a dip, if desired.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: chicken strips, honey BBQ chicken, crispy chicken, fried chicken, chicken appetizer, BBQ sauce chicken

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