Burger King Chicken Fries

This copycat Burger King chicken fries recipe is tastier and healthier than the original. Get all that taste with an air-fried version.

Prep Time25

Cook Time12

Total Time37

Servings:

Calories: 208kcal

Author: Karin and Ken

Ingredients

1 pound chicken breast boneless skinless
½ cup bread crumb mixture
½ cup all purpose flour
1 large egg
1 tablespoon water

Breading Ingredients

½ cup bread crumbs
¼ teaspoon black pepper
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon basil leaves dried
½ teaspoon celery leaves dried
½ teaspoon paprika

Instructions

Get out and measure your ingredients.
Butterfly the chicken breasts. Then cut them down the middle to separate the breast halves.
Next cut into the shape of chicken fries with meat scissors or a knife.
Put flour and crumbs into separate resealable plastic bags.
Lightly beat the egg with one tablespoon water. Shake four chicken fries at a time in the flour, shake off the excess, dip in egg wash.
Shake off the excess, then shake in crumbs.
Prepare basket with cooking spray and air fry at 350 degrees for 7-12 minutes.
Exact timing will depend on exact size of your chicken fries. Try to include chicken fries that are the same size in each batch you make so they cook evenly .
Serve. Dip in Burger King Buffalo Sauce or whatever your heart desires.

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Notes

Always preheat your air fryer and thoroughly coat your basket with cooking spray.
Be sure to tap off the excess dry and wet ingredients when coating your chicken.
Flip your chicken fries over halfway through cooking to ensure even cooking and crisping.
Blend breading ingredients with food processor first so crumbs are smooth if possible. You'll be so glad you did it. The coating on the chicken fries is a little bit nicer.

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BAKE: Once all of your chicken strips are coated, arrange them on a non-stick baking sheet or a wire rack. Make sure there's enough space between each strip to allow for even cooking. Place the baking sheet in the 400 degree preheated oven and let it cook for about 20 minutes. Be sure to keep an eye on the chicken fries to ensure they don't overcook. You may want to flip them halfway through the cooking process for a more evenly cooked final product.

DEEP FRY: Heat oil in a deep-frying pan until it reaches around 350°F (175°C). Carefully place each breaded chicken strip in the hot oil, and fry them until golden brown and cooked through. It should take around 3-4 minutes per side. Once done, transfer the chicken fries to a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil.

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