Best 6 Low Fat Fried Chicken Strips Recipes

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Craving for some crispy and flavorful fried chicken without all the guilt? Look no further than these **Low-Fat Fried Chicken Strips**! This healthier version of the classic comfort food uses lean chicken breasts, coated in a flavorful breadcrumb mixture, and baked to perfection. The result? Crispy on the outside, tender and juicy on the inside chicken strips that are sure to satisfy your cravings without weighing you down.

In this article, you'll find two irresistible variations of this low-fat fried chicken strips recipe. The **Classic Low-Fat Fried Chicken Strips** offer a traditional breadcrumb coating seasoned with herbs and spices, while the **Buffalo Low-Fat Fried Chicken Strips** add a spicy kick with a tangy buffalo sauce coating. Both recipes are easy to follow and require minimal ingredients, making them perfect for busy weeknight meals or satisfying your game-day cravings. So, get ready to indulge in a guilt-free fried chicken experience that will leave your taste buds dancing and your body feeling satisfied!

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

FRIED CHICKEN STRIPS



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I recently made this recipe of Mom's for my in-laws and they told me it was the "best fried chicken ever." Slicing the chicken breasts into strips cuts down on cooking time and ensures every piece is crunchy and evenly coated. Serve the homemade chicken tenders with your favorite dipping sauce. -Genny Monchamp, Redding, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

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 pepper
1 large egg
1 cup whole milk
1-1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1/2-inch strips
Oil for frying

Steps:

  • In a shallow bowl, combine the first 5 ingredients. In another shallow bowl, beat egg and milk. Dip chicken into egg mixture, then cracker mixture. , In an electric skillet or deep-fat fryer, heat oil to 375°. Fry chicken, a few strips at a time, for 2-3 minutes on each side or until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 388 calories, Fat 19g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 98mg cholesterol, Sodium 704mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 28g protein.

SOUTHERN FRIED CHICKEN STRIPS



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What's not to love with these crowd-pleasing golden fried chicken strips? A hint of garlic makes this fried chicken tenders recipe irresistible. -Genise Krause, Sturgeon Bay, WI

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 35m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 large egg
1/2 cup buttermilk
1 cup all-purpose flour
1-1/2 teaspoons garlic powder
1-1/2 teaspoons pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon paprika
2 pounds chicken tenderloins
Oil for deep-fat frying
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • In a shallow bowl, whisk egg and buttermilk. In a separate shallow bowl, combine the flour, garlic powder, pepper, salt and paprika. Dip chicken in egg mixture, then flour mixture., In an electric skillet, heat oil to 375°. Fry chicken, a few pieces at a time, for 2-3 minutes on each side or until no longer pink. Drain on paper towels. Sprinkle with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 327 calories, Fat 11g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 126mg cholesterol, Sodium 320mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 39g protein.

EXTRA-CRISPY FRIED CHICKEN STRIPS



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These extra-crispy fried chicken tender strips are sure to satisfy even your pickiest eater! Enjoy with dipping sauces like honey or honey mustard, or eat them plain!

Provided by Steven McCune

Time 35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
¾ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
2 large eggs
4 tablespoons water
1 ½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken breast tenders
2 cups vegetable oil for frying, or as needed

Steps:

  • Combine flour, salt, and pepper in a medium bowl. Mix eggs and water together in a small bowl.
  • Place some chicken strips in the flour mixture to coat, then gently shake to remove any excess flour. Coat strips in egg. Return to the flour mixture and coat again; repeat with egg mixture. Coat once more in the flour mixture, placing strips on a plate while you continue with remaining chicken.
  • Let strips sit for 5 minutes to allow flour to set.
  • Heat oil in a deep-fryer or large saucepan to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C); oil is ready if you drop some water in and it sizzles.
  • Working in batches if needed, place strips in the hot oil. Cook for 8 minutes. Turn over and continue to cook until golden brown, no longer pink in the centers, and juices run clear, about 8 minutes more. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Place strips on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess grease.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 517.5 calories, Carbohydrate 36.7 g, Cholesterol 196.7 mg, Fat 19.3 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 46.1 g, SaturatedFat 3.7 g, Sodium 562.6 mg, Sugar 0.3 g

HEALTHIER OVEN FRIED CHICKEN TENDERS



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These Healthier Oven Fried Chicken Tenders are the perfect way to enjoy that fried chicken taste without all the fat! They're baked to perfection with a crispy crust and the perfect blend of herbs and spices!

Provided by Chrissie (thebusybaker.ca)

Categories     Appetizer     Baking     Dinner     Main Course

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 cup all purpose flour
1 cup coarse breadcrumbs
2 tablespoons smoked paprika
2 1/2 teaspoons seasoning salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
4 chicken breasts, cut into thin strips (about 1-inch wide) (You'll end up with about 5 strips per breast)
4 tablespoons butter
vegetable oil cooking spray

Steps:

  • Preheat your oven to 435 degrees Fahrenheit and set aside a sheet pan.
  • In a large bowl or plastic Ziploc bag, add the flour, breadcrumbs, paprika, seasoning salt, pepper, garlic powder, chili powder, and cayenne pepper. Toss or stir well to combine.
  • Add the chicken strips to the flour mixture and toss very well to coat.
  • Add the butter to the sheet pan and place it in the oven to preheat until the pan is hot and the butter is melted.
  • Distribute the butter over the pan using a spoon or pastry brush, and place the coated chicken strips in the butter on the sheet pan.
  • Spray the tops of the chicken strips with the vegetable oil cooking spray just before placing the pan in the oven.
  • Turn the chicken strips after 10 minutes in the oven. Spray with a small amount of additional vegetable oil cooking spray when you turn them, if needed.
  • Bake for another 5-10 minutes, or until both sides are crispy and the chicken tenders are cooked through.
  • Serve immediately with your favourite side dishes!

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 5 strips, Calories 488 kcal, Carbohydrate 26 g, Protein 52 g, Fat 19 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, Cholesterol 175 mg, Sodium 1933 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 1 g

LOW-FAT FRIED CHICKEN STRIPS



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These chicken strips are from Cooking Light Magazine's recipe-"Fried Chicken Salad". My kids did not care to much for all of it together as a salad, but we all love the chicken strips. I always double the recipe and freeze half for another time. They are simply delicious. I won't buy another pre-frozen manufactured chicken nugget or strip again.

Provided by lisar

Categories     Spreads

Time 51m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/4 cup flour
1/4 cup dry breadcrumbs
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
3/4 lb chicken tenders
1/2 cup low-fat buttermilk
olive oil (the actual recipe calls for 1 T. but I think you need some more to get it the crisp "Fried")

Steps:

  • Combine the first 6 ingredients in a shallow dish, and set aside.
  • Combine the chicken and the buttermilk in a plastic zip-top bag; seal and marinate in refrigerator 30 minutes.
  • Remove the chicken and discard the marinade.
  • Pour olive oil in skillet to just barely covering the entire bottom of the pan.
  • Heat oil over medium heat.
  • Dredge a few chicken strips at a time in breadcrumb mixture, tossing to coat.
  • Add chicken to the pan, and cook 3 minutes on each side or until done.

BAKED-UP FRIED CHICKEN, LOW FAT



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Forget about that greasy version of fried chicken that soaks through the takeout container before you get it home. Get all the crunch with half the calories using this hassle-free oven method. Skinless, boneless chicken breasts stay moist and tender beneath a crispy coating of spices.

Provided by Annacia

Categories     High Protein

Time 45m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 cup low-fat buttermilk
1 egg white
6 boneless skinless chicken breasts
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons salt
2 teaspoons garlic powder
2 teaspoons dried oregano leaves
2 teaspoons chili powder
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 -2 tablespoon olive oil

Steps:

  • . Preheat oven to 450F (230C).
  • Line a rimmed baking sheet with foil and set a wire rack on top.
  • Spray rack with cooking spray.
  • In a large bowl, whisk buttermilk with egg white, add chicken and turn to evenly coat.
  • Measure flour, salt, garlic powder, oregano, chili powder and baking powder into a large plastic bag.
  • Close top and gently shake to evenly mix.
  • Remove chicken, one piece at a time, from buttermilk and shake off excess liquid, then place in bag.
  • Close top and shake gently to evenly coat.
  • Remove from bag, shaking off excess coating, then place on rack, repeat with remaining chicken, one piece at a time.
  • Discard any remaining milk and flour mixtures.
  • Using a brush, lightly dab oil as evenly as possible over coating on chicken.
  • Bake in centre of preheated oven until coating is crisp and golden, about 30 minutes.
  • TIP:.
  • If you have time, let chicken marinate in buttermilk before roasting. This makes it even more tender and adds tang, too! Place chicken and buttermilk mixture in a large plastic bag. Push chicken down into marinade, then squeeze out as much air as possible from bag. Seal tightly with an elastic band as close to chicken as possible. Place in a large bowl. Refrigerate 4 hours or overnight. Then proceed with recipe as written.

Tips:

  • To achieve crispy and juicy chicken strips, ensure that the chicken breasts are thinly sliced against the grain, creating tender and evenly cooked strips.
  • For a flavorful coating, combine bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper in a shallow dish. Press the chicken strips into the breadcrumb mixture, ensuring they are evenly coated.
  • To reduce fat content while maintaining crispiness, use an air fryer instead of deep frying. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) and cook the chicken strips in batches for 8-10 minutes, flipping them halfway through the cooking time.
  • Another option for reducing fat is to bake the chicken strips in a preheated oven at 425°F (220°C) for 20-25 minutes, flipping them once during the cooking process. This method results in a crispy outer layer and tender interior.
  • Serve the low-fat fried chicken strips with your favorite dipping sauce, such as honey mustard, barbecue sauce, or ranch dressing. These sauces add extra flavor and richness to the chicken strips.

Conclusion:

Low-fat fried chicken strips offer a healthier alternative to traditional fried chicken, allowing you to enjoy crispy and flavorful chicken without the added fat and calories. By utilizing techniques such as air frying or baking, you can achieve a crispy texture while maintaining the juiciness of the chicken. Experiment with different seasonings and coatings to create a variety of flavors that suit your taste preferences. These low-fat fried chicken strips are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as a main course, snack, or appetizer.

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