Potato Chip Crusted Chicken Strips (20 Minutes)

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These crispy and flavorful chicken strips are coated in a unique breading made with crushed potato chips, giving them an irresistible crunch. Each bite is filled with the perfect balance of tender chicken and crispy coating, making them a favorite among both kids and adults. These chicken strips are quick and easy to make, taking right around 20 minutes from start to finish. Whether you’re looking for a simple weeknight dinner or crowd-pleasing appetizer, these potato chip crusted chicken strips are sure to be a hit!

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb chicken breast cut into 1 inch strips
  • 2 cups potato chips, crushed
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 eggs
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Cooking oil, for frying

Instructions

  1. In a shallow bowl, combine the crushed potato chips, flour, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  2. In another bowl, beat the eggs.
  3. Dip each chicken strip into the beaten eggs, allowing any excess to drip off, then coat it in the potato chip mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
  4. Heat cooking oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  5. Working in batches, place the coated chicken strips in the skillet and cook for about 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
  6. Remove the chicken strips from the skillet and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
  7. Serve the potato chip breaded chicken strips hot and enjoy!

Notes

For the best results, make sure to crush the potato chips to a fine consistency for a better coating. You can also season the chicken strips with additional spices or herbs according to your taste preferences. These chicken strips pair well with a variety of dipping sauces such as ranch dressing, honey mustard, or barbecue sauce. Enjoy!

*Please keep in mind that the following nutritional information is based on estimates and can vary depending on the specific brands and ingredients used.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 350mg
  • Fat: 16g
  • Carbohydrates: 17g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 26g
  • Cholesterol: 110mg

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