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Bird's-eye view of golden chicken fingers arranged in a row, drizzled with honey mustard and ketchup, with lemon wedges and a sprinkle of paprika.

Chicken Fingers

Crispy chicken fingers with a honey mustard and hot sauce coating, fried to golden perfection.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 560 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lbs boneless chicken breasts, sliced into strips choose your preferred size and thickness
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour 250g
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon sweet paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper or adjust to taste
  • 2 large eggs or 1 extra large egg
  • 2 tablespoons honey mustard
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/4 cup hot sauce optional, or to taste
  • 3 tablespoons ketchup
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder

Instructions
 

  • Mix dry ingredients:

    In a shallow bowl, mix together 2 cups all-purpose flour (250g), 1 teaspoon salt, 1 teaspoon black pepper, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon onion powder, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, 1/2 teaspoon sweet paprika, and 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (or to taste).
  • Whisk wet mixture:

    In a separate bowl, whisk 2 large eggs (or 1 extra large egg) with 2 tablespoons honey mustard, 2 minced garlic cloves, 1/4 cup hot sauce (optional, or to taste), 3 tablespoons ketchup, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano, 1/2 teaspoon paprika, 1 teaspoon onion powder, and 1 teaspoon garlic powder.
  • Slice chicken strips:

    Slice the chicken into strips of your desired size and thickness.
  • Coat in flour:

    Coat each chicken strip in the flour mixture, then shake off any excess.
  • Dip in egg mixture:

    Immerse the floured strips in the egg mixture, ensuring an even coating.
  • Heat oil to 375°F:

    Heat a deep fryer to 375°F (190°C) or fill a small pot halfway with oil and heat over medium-high heat.
  • Double coat in flour:

    Remove chicken from the egg mixture, allow excess to drip off, then coat again in the flour mixture, pressing firmly to create a thick crust.
  • Fry chicken in batches:

    Fry the chicken in batches: in the deep fryer for 3-5 minutes, or in the pot with 2-3 pieces at a time for 5-8 minutes, until golden and fully cooked. Adjust timing based on strip size and thickness.
  • Drain and serve:

    Let the chicken drain on paper towels for 1 minute. Serve right away.
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