Hot Chicken Strips

Get ready to ignite your taste buds with these irresistibly crispy and spicy Hot Chicken Strips! Marinated in a buttermilk and hot sauce blend, these tender chicken strips are infused with mouthwatering heat and perfectly spiced with a combination of cayenne, paprika, and garlic. Coated in a seasoned flour mixture with a touch of cornstarch for extra crunch, each bite delivers a golden, flavorful crust that satisfies every craving. Fried to perfection and ready in just 35 minutes, these chicken strips are ideal for game days, parties, or weeknight dinners. Serve them piping hot with ranch, blue cheese, or your favorite dipping sauce for an unforgettable spicy kick. Perfect for lovers of fried chicken with a bold twist, this recipe is sure to become a new household favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pieces Chicken breasts
• 1 cup Buttermilk
• 3 tablespoons Hot sauce
• 1 cup All-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon Cornstarch
• 1 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 cups Vegetable oil

Directions

Step 1

Slice the chicken breasts into thin strips, about 1-inch wide.

Step 2

In a large bowl, combine the buttermilk and hot sauce. Submerge the chicken strips in the buttermilk mixture and let marinate for at least 30 minutes (or up to 4 hours in the refrigerator for deeper flavor).

Step 3

In another large bowl, whisk together the flour, cornstarch, cayenne pepper, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.

Step 4

Remove the chicken strips from the buttermilk marinade, allowing the excess to drip off. Dredge each strip in the seasoned flour mixture, pressing firmly to ensure a good coating.

Step 5

Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or deep-fryer over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).

Step 6

Carefully place a few chicken strips into the hot oil, making sure not to overcrowd the pan. Fry for 4-5 minutes per side, or until the chicken is golden brown and fully cooked (internal temperature of 165°F or 74°C).

Step 7

Using a slotted spoon, transfer the cooked chicken strips to a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil.

Step 8

Repeat with the remaining chicken strips until all are cooked.

Step 9

Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauces, such as ranch, blue cheese, or additional hot sauce. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1231 grams (1231.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4808

Total Fat 440.60g	565%
Saturated Fat 68.10g	341%
Polyunsaturated Fat 269.30g
Cholesterol 313mg	104%
Sodium 3960mg	172%
Total Carbohydrate 118.80g	43%
Dietary Fiber 5.90g	21%
Total Sugars 12.70g
Protein 128.60g	257%

Vitamin D 127IU	635%
Calcium 362mg	28%
Iron 10mg	53%
Potassium 631mg	13%

*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: 80.0%

Protein: 10.4%

Carbs: 9.6%