How to Make French Fry Crusted Chicken Strips

french fries

🥗Healthier: baked potato wedges

💰Cheaper: store-brand frozen fries

Baked potato wedges reduce calories while maintaining a crispy texture.

chicken breasts

🥗Healthier: chicken thighs

💰Cheaper: chicken drumsticks

Chicken thighs are often cheaper and juicier.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is often less expensive and has a neutral flavor.

flour

🥗Healthier: almond flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

All-purpose flour is usually more affordable.

Break up frozen french fries in a food processor until they form crumbs.

Cut chicken breasts into strips.

Season flour with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.

Prepare an egg wash with 2 eggs, a few drops of water, salt, and pepper.

Dredge chicken strips in seasoned flour, then dip in egg wash, and coat with french fry crumbs.

Thread coated chicken strips onto skewers.

Preheat oil to 360-370°F.

Deep fry the chicken strips until golden brown and cooked through.

Prepare a compound ketchup with minced chipotle, lime juice, and brown sugar.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

Spice Level:

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