Chicken Fries Recipe
Crispy, golden chicken fries bursting with flavorful seasoning and a satisfying crunch, perfect for quick snacks or party appetizers. Made with lean ground chicken, they’re a healthier, homemade alternative to frozen snacks.
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Calories: 95kcal
Servings: 4
Equipment
- Frying pan or deep fryer
- Tongs or slotted spoon
- Paper towels (for draining)
- Baking sheet or plate for breading station
Ingredients
Chicken Fries:
- 1 lb. ground chicken Smart Chicken
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Breading Station:
- 2 eggs whisked
- ⅓ cup cornstarch
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon paprika
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1.5 cups panko breadcrumbs
- 2-3 cups vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine ground chicken, salt, onion powder, and garlic powder; mix well.
- Set up breading station: whisk eggs in one bowl, mix cornstarch, salt, paprika, and pepper in another, and place panko breadcrumbs in a third bowl.
- Form chicken mixture into fry-shaped strips.
- Dip each strip into the egg wash, then into the cornstarch mixture, and finally coat with panko breadcrumbs.
- Heat vegetable oil in a frying pan or deep fryer to 350°F (175°C).
- Fry chicken fries in batches until golden brown and cooked through, about 3-4 minutes per batch.
- Remove fries and drain on paper towels. Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauces.
Nutrition
Calories: 95kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.02g | Cholesterol: 48mg | Sodium: 187mg | Potassium: 180mg | Fiber: 0.3g | Sugar: 0.4g | Vitamin A: 34IU | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 17mg | Iron: 1mg