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Homemade Chicken Fries

Homemade Chicken Fries

Homemade chicken fries are a crispy, flavorful snack made from tender chicken breast strips coated in seasoned breading. Perfect for parties or dinner, they’re easy to make, customizable with spices, and delicious when paired with dipping sauces like ranch or BBQ.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Freezing 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 2 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound Ground Chicken Can make your own by processing chicken breasts or tenderloins
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder For seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder For seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Salt For seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil To help combine the mixture
  • 3 plates Cornstarch Paprika, Black Pepper, For breading
  • 2 eggs Whisked Eggs For dipping the fries before breading
  • 1 cup Panko Breadcrumbs For coating the fries
  • 1 cup Cornflakes For coating the fries
  • 1 cup Crushed Ritz Crackers For coating the fries
  • 3 cups Vegetable Oil For frying the fries

Equipment

  • Baking tray (for freezing the fries)
  • Parchment paper
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Three shallow plates (for breading)
  • Food thermometer (for checking internal temperature)
  • Paper towels (for draining excess oil)

Method
 

  1. Prepare the Chicken Fries: Line a baking tray with parchment paper. In a mixing bowl, combine ground chicken, onion powder, garlic powder, and salt. Add olive oil and mix until well combined.
  2. Form the Fries: Use wet hands to form the chicken mixture into strips about ¼ to ½ inch thick and 4-5 inches long. Place 15-16 fries on the tray and freeze them for 20-30 minutes to firm up.
  3. Breading the Fries: Set up three plates for breading: one with cornstarch, paprika, and black pepper; one with whisked eggs; and one with panko breadcrumbs. Once the fries are firm, dredge them through the cornstarch, dip them into the eggs, and coat them in breadcrumbs, ensuring all sides are evenly breaded.
  4. Fry the Chicken Fries: Heat vegetable oil in a pan to 325°F. Add 2-3 fries at a time, avoiding overcrowding. Fry for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F). Remove the fries and place them on paper towels to drain excess oil.
  5. Serve: Serve the chicken fries hot with your favorite dipping sauces like honey mustard, chili crisp ranch, or roasted garlic aioli.

Notes

The calorie count is an estimate and may vary based on specific ingredients and serving sizes. For more accurate results, refer to the nutrition labels on your ingredients.