The crispy snack sensation of french fries and the heartiness of a chicken tender in a single bite! Oh yes, it’s possible! Chicken Fries are coated in crunchy potato chips, delectable spices, and breadcrumbs, then oven-fried! Are they a main course or an appetizer? Depends on how hungry you are! But we think you’ll always find a little more room for a few Chicken Fries!
Ingredients
- 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 2 cups ridged potato chips, finely crushed
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 (6-ounce) chicken breasts, boneless and skinless, cut into 1/4-inch-thick strips
- ketchup, optional, to taste, for serving
Directions
Step 1 –Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
Step 2 –Grease a wire rack and place it in a foil-lined rimmed baking sheet.
Step 3 –In a shallow bowl, add the eggs, the salt, the garlic powder, and the cayenne pepper and whisk to combine.
Step 4 –In a separate bowl, add the crushed chips, the panko, and the parmesan and toss to combine.
Step 5 –Dip the chicken strips in the egg mixture to fully coat.
Step 6 –Dredge the coated chicken strips in the chip mixture, patting to help the coating adhere.
Step 7 –Transfer the chicken strips to the prepared wire rack.
Step 8 –Bake until golden-brown and the chicken strips reach an internal temperature of 165 degrees F, about 12-15 minutes.
Step 9 –Serve with the ketchup.
