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longhorn spicy chicken bites recipe

Longhorn Spicy Chicken Bites Recipe

Are you looking for a way to recreate that delicious Longhorn spicy chicken bites at home without all the hassle of going out? Well, here’s your chance! This easy-to-follow recipe will help you make crispy, juicy, and flavorful chicken bites from the comfort of your own kitchen.
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Author: Lori Walker, MS, RD
Course: Dinner, Main Dish
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 6 Servings
Calories: 220kcal

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • Whisk or spatula
  • large mixing bowl
  • Aluminum foil or parchment paper

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups Water
  • 12 tablespoons Hot sauce
  • 2 cups Canola oil for frying
  • 4 cups Pancake mix
  • 2 pound Chicken tender strips
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • In a shallow bowl, mix together water and canola oil.
  • Add pancake mix to the bowl and stir until completely combined.
  • Place chicken tender strips in the mixture and let sit for about 10 minutes or until fully coated with the mixture.
  • Place coated chicken strips on a greased baking sheet.
  • Sprinkle with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Bake for 15 minutes, flipping halfway through cooking time.
  • Remove from oven and brush with hot sauce evenly over both sides of the chicken strips while still warm.
  • Bake for an additional 5 minutes until chicken is cooked through and golden brown.
  • Serve hot.

Notes

– To make crispy chicken bites, you can deep fry your coated strips in oil before baking.
– You can use any type of hot sauce or other flavorings to customize the recipe to your taste.
– You can also add extra ingredients such as garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and cayenne pepper for additional flavor.
– For a healthier version, you can bake the chicken bites instead of deep frying them.
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