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Chicken Strips

Chicken breast strips in a seasoned saltine coating, fried until golden.

Prep
5 min
Cook
15 min
Total
20 min
Serves
6

Kid-friendly: Kids can crush the crackers and help with the breading. Frying is an adult job.

Ingredients

  • 2 2/3 cups crushed saltines (about 80 crackers)
  • 1 teaspoon garlic salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 cup 2% milk
  • 1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1/2-inch strips
  • Oil for frying

Steps

  1. 1Mix the cracker crumbs and seasonings in one shallow bowl. Whisk the egg and milk in a second bowl.
  2. 2Dip each strip in the egg mixture, then press it into the crumbs so both sides are coated.
  3. 3Heat the oil to 375°F in an electric skillet or fryer. Fry a few strips at a time for 2 to 3 minutes per side, until golden. Don't crowd the pan.
  4. 4Drain on paper towels and keep the cooked strips warm while you fry the rest. Serve hot.

Adapted from Taste of Home. Checked Nov 13, 2026.

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