Chicken Fries - Master Cookbook Recipe # 8

Name: Chicken Fries - Master Cookbook Recipe # 8
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 2 to 4
Cuisine: Southern
Ingredients: 1 large chicken breast; 2 Tbsp olive oil; 2 Tbsp Hidden Valley Ranch dry seasoning; Salt and pepper to taste; 1 cup self-rising flour; 1 cup panko crumbs; Cooking spray

Forget the frozen bag,these homemade chicken fries are seasoned with ranch and packed with a crunch that puts the drive-thru to shame. They are easy to make, kid-friendly, and perfectly juicy every time.

This is recipe #8 in Tammy’s Master Cookbook.

Prep time: 15 minTotal time: 15 min

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Ingredients

1 large chicken breast
2 Tbsp olive oil
2 Tbsp Hidden Valley Ranch dry seasoning
Salt and pepper to taste
1 cup self-rising flour
1 cup panko crumbs
Cooking spray

Instructions

Prep the Chicken: Cut the chicken breast into thin strips, about half an inch wide, to resemble "fries."
Season: Place the strips in a bowl and season them with the dry Ranch seasoning, salt, and pepper.
Oil Coat: Add the olive oil to the seasoned chicken and toss until every piece is thoroughly coated. This helps the coating stick and ensures a golden crunch.
Dredge: Lightly dust each piece with self-rising flour.
Crust: Coat the floured strips with panko crumbs, pressing the crumbs gently into the chicken so they adhere well.
Air Fry: Arrange the chicken fries in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Spray the tops generously with cooking spray.
Cook: Bake at 400°F for 10 minutes.
Flip & Finish: Carefully flip the chicken fries over and bake for an additional 5 to 8 minutes, or until they are golden brown and cooked through.
Serve: Serve hot with Recipe #603: Honey Mustard Sauce (or your favorite dipping sauce).

Notes

Uniformity: Try to cut your chicken strips as evenly as possible so they all finish cooking at the same time.
The Crunch Factor: Using panko crumbs instead of regular breadcrumbs is what gives these "fries" that signature light and airy crunch.
Serving Suggestion: These go great with Recipe #601 Horsey Sauce if you're looking for a little extra kick!