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Cajun Fried Chicken Strips

Fried chicken breast strips, marinated then coated in seasoned flour and dusted with Cajun seasoning
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Prep Time: 2 hours
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Course: Appetizer, Main Course, Snack
Cuisine: American
Keyword: cajun chicken strips, chicken breast strips, fried chicken strips, spicy chicken strips
Servings: 5
Calories: 3857kcal
Author: Chef Joe Chavez

Equipment

  • Dutch Oven
  • Thermometer

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs chicken breast boneless, skinless
  • 1/2 cup buttermilk
  • 1/2 cup hot sauce Louisiana Style
  • 3 cups flour all purpose
  • 1 tbsp baking powder
  • 3 tbsp Cajun seasoning
  • 2 qt canola oil for frying

Instructions

  • Cut the chicken breasts into 1/4 inch thin strips, about 3 to 4 inches in length.
  • In a bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, hot sauce, and 1 teaspoon Cajun Seasoning 
  • Put the chicken strips in the mixture and toss to coat, Cover and refrigerate for about 2 hours or overnight.
  • In a large shallow bowl or pie plate, combine the flour, baking powder and the remaining Cajun Seasoning 
  • Remove the chicken pieces from the marinade, shaking off any excess. Coat each piece with the flour mixture, arranging them in a single layer on a baking sheet.
  • In a large saucepan or deep dutch oven , heat vegetable oil to 350F. Fry the chicken strips in small batches, cooking for 3 to 4 minutes, or until golden brown.
  • Remove to paper towels to drain.
  • If you have any extra Cajun seasoning you may sprinkle over strips while still hot.
  • Serve these tasty chicken strips with chipotle or Buffalo aioli

Nutrition

Serving: 8oz | Calories: 3857kcal | Carbohydrates: 62g | Protein: 48g | Fat: 385g | Saturated Fat: 30g | Trans Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 119mg | Sodium: 1129mg | Potassium: 915mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 2202IU | Vitamin C: 20mg | Calcium: 200mg | Iron: 5mg
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