Copycat Texas Roadhouse Chicken Critters Irresistible Crispy Recipe You Need to Make Now
Enjoy this Copycat Texas Roadhouse Chicken Critters recipe that delivers crispy chicken tenders bursting with flavor. It’s perfect for an easy dinner or a quick weeknight family meal featuring tasty fried chicken strips.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 22 minutes
- Yield: 8 Servings 1x
- Method: Air Fryer
Ingredients
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- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken tenderloins or cut chicken breasts into strips
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons paprika
- 1 tablespoon salt
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup milk or buttermilk
Instructions
- Combine flour, paprika, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper in a bowl and stir well.
- In another bowl, beat eggs and mix in milk.
- Coat each chicken tender in the egg mixture then cover thoroughly with the seasoned flour.
- Preheat the air fryer to 375°F and let it warm for about 3 minutes.
- Arrange the coated chicken in a single layer inside the air fryer basket and spray lightly with cooking oil.
- Cook at 375°F for 10 to 12 minutes, flipping them halfway until they become golden and crispy, ensuring the inside reaches 165°F.
- Allow the chicken to rest a few minutes before serving alongside your favorite dip like honey mustard or ranch.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 Serving
- Calories: 151kcal
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 962mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g + 1g
- Trans Fat: 0.01g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 85mg