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Perfect Crispy Chicken Strips
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Perfect Crispy Chicken Strips
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Perfect Crispy Chicken Strips

This recipe guides you through making delightful crispy chicken strips, starting with tender chicken breast cut into even pieces. Each strip is first coated in a flavorful wet tempura batter, then transferred to a seasoned dry flour mixture for an extra crispy texture. Finally, the chicken is deep-fried to a golden brown perfection, resulting in a crunchy exterior and a juicy, tender interior. This dish is ideal as a crowd-pleasing appetizer or a satisfying main course.
#Crispy Chicken
#Fried Chicken
#Chicken Breast
#Appetizer
#Main Course
#Quick Meal
#Deep Fried
Raw chicken breast strips ready for prep
Raw chicken breast strips ready for prep

Recipe Information

15m
Prep Time
10m
Cook Time
25m
Total Time
4
Servings
Easy
International
Hebrew
Nutrition (per serving)
505
Calories
34g
Protein
45g
Carbs
18g
Fat
Chicken strips coated in wet tempura batter
Chicken strips coated in wet tempura batter

Ingredients

  • Chicken breast
    (cut into 1-inch strips)

    500 grams
  • All-purpose flour
    (for tempura batter)

    1 cup
  • Sweet paprika
    (for tempura batter)

    1 teaspoon
  • Salt
    (for tempura batter)

    0.5 teaspoon
  • Black pepper
    (for tempura batter)

    0.5 teaspoon
  • Eggs
    (large)

    2
  • Water
    (for tempura batter)

    1 cup
  • All-purpose flour
    (for dry coating)

    1 cup
  • Sweet paprika
    (for dry coating)

    1 teaspoon
  • Salt
    (for dry coating, to taste)

    some
  • Vegetable oil
    (for deep frying)

    adequate amount
Servings: 4
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Crispy chicken strips frying in hot oil
Crispy chicken strips frying in hot oil

Instructions

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  • 1

    Cut the 500 grams of chicken breast into uniform 1-inch wide strips, ensuring they are roughly the same size for even cooking.
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    Cut the 500 grams of chicken breast into uniform 1-inch wide strips, ensuring they are roughly the same size for even cooking.
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    Evenly sized strips will cook consistently and prevent some pieces from drying out while others are still raw.
  • 2

    Prepare the wet tempura batter by whisking together 1 cup of all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon of sweet paprika, 0.5 teaspoon of salt, 0.5 teaspoon of black pepper, 2 large eggs, and 1 cup of water in a mixing bowl until the mixture is smooth and free of lumps.
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    Prepare the wet tempura batter by whisking together 1 cup of all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon of sweet paprika, 0.5 teaspoon of salt, 0.5 teaspoon of black pepper, 2 large eggs, and 1 cup of water in a mixing bowl until the mixture is smooth and free of lumps.
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    Over-mixing the batter can develop gluten, leading to a tougher coating. Mix just until combined.
  • 3

    Dip each chicken strip into the prepared tempura batter, making sure it is fully coated on all sides. Allow any excess batter to drip off briefly before proceeding.
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    Dip each chicken strip into the prepared tempura batter, making sure it is fully coated on all sides. Allow any excess batter to drip off briefly before proceeding.
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    A thin, even layer of batter is key for crispiness.
  • 4

    In a separate, wide shallow bowl, prepare the dry coating by mixing 1 cup of all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon of sweet paprika, and a desired amount of salt.
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    In a separate, wide shallow bowl, prepare the dry coating by mixing 1 cup of all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon of sweet paprika, and a desired amount of salt.
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    Ensure your dry coating bowl is wide enough to easily maneuver the chicken strips.
  • 5

    Transfer the batter-coated chicken strips to the dry coating mixture. Thoroughly coat each piece, pressing gently to ensure the dry mixture adheres well to the wet batter.
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    Transfer the batter-coated chicken strips to the dry coating mixture. Thoroughly coat each piece, pressing gently to ensure the dry mixture adheres well to the wet batter.
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    Working in small batches helps prevent the dry coating from becoming clumpy and ensures each piece is well-coated.
  • 6

    Heat an adequate amount of vegetable oil in a deep pan or pot to approximately 350-375ยฐF (175-190ยฐC). Carefully place the coated chicken strips into the hot oil.
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    Heat an adequate amount of vegetable oil in a deep pan or pot to approximately 350-375ยฐF (175-190ยฐC). Carefully place the coated chicken strips into the hot oil.
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    Maintain the oil temperature by not overcrowding the pan. Fry in batches until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through, typically 3-4 minutes per batch.
  • 7

    Once cooked, remove the crispy chicken strips from the oil and place them on a wire rack lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil. Serve immediately while hot.
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    Once cooked, remove the crispy chicken strips from the oil and place them on a wire rack lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil. Serve immediately while hot.
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    Serving immediately ensures the best crispy texture. Pair with your favorite dipping sauce like sweet chili or honey mustard.
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