Spicy Garlic Buttermilk Battered Fried Chicken Stri

Name: Spicy Garlic Buttermilk Battered Fried Chicken Strips
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts; 2 cups buttermilk; 1 teaspoon red pepper sauce; 2 garlic cloves, mashed; 2 cups all-purpose flour; 1 tablespoon dried oregano; 1 tablespoon garlic powder; 1 teaspoon paprika; 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon fresh ground pepper; 2 cups vegetable oil

Servings: persons

2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts
2 cups buttermilk
1 teaspoon red pepper sauce
2 garlic cloves, mashed
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon dried oregano
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
2 cups vegetable oil

1
In a deep bowl mix together buttermilk, pepper sauce, and mashed garlic.
2
Cut chicken breasts in half lengthwise so that they are in strips roughly 1 inch wide and 4-7 inches long.
3
Add chicken to buttermilk, pepper, garlic mix and stir so that chicken is well coated. Cover the bowl and marinate in the refrigerator several hours or overnight.
4
Remove chicken from refrigerator about 1/2 hour before cooking.
5
In a shallow dish mix together the all purpose flour, oregano, garlic powder, paprika, cayenne, salt, and ground pepper. Exact amounts of spices can be adjusted to personal tastes.
6
Remove chicken from buttermilk mixture one piece at a time shake off excess liquid and then toss into flour mixture to coat. Place each piece on a clean dry baking pan. When all pieces are coated, dip each piece, one at a time again, into buttermilk and toss again in flour mixture, remove and set in back into baking pan.
7
Pour about 1 1/2 inches of vegetable oil (canola, corn, peanut, etc.) into a heavy skillet or use a deep fryer filled with oil (as per fryer specifications), and heat oil to 360 degrees.
8
Carefully drop pieces of chicken a few at a time into hot oil and cook about 3-4 minutes until pieces are golden brown. Do not add too many pieces at one time or the oil temperature will drop too low.
9
Remove chicken from hot oil and place on clean paper towels to drain. These serve immediately or allow to cool to room temperature.
10
For extra spicy chicken increase amount of cayenne pepper in flour mixture.

2562

kcal

Calories

222

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts, 2 cups buttermilk, 1 teaspoon red pepper sauce, 2 garlic cloves, mashed, and more.

Yes, Spicy Garlic Buttermilk Battered Fried Chicken Strips falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Spicy Garlic Buttermilk Battered Fried Chicken Strips

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