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Chicken Crispers (Chili’s Copycat) Recipe

Crispy Chicken Crispers (Chili’s Copycat) Recipe You’ll Love

Try this Chicken Crispers (Chili’s Copycat) recipe for crispy, juicy chicken tenderloins paired with a homemade honey mustard dipping sauce.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Crispers
  • 1 cup self-rising flour Can substitute with all-purpose flour plus baking powder if necessary.
  • 1 large egg Serves as a binder in the batter.
  • ½ cup milk Adds moisture to the batter.
  • ¼ cup chicken broth Infuses flavor into the batter.
  • 1 pound chicken tenderloins Main protein.
  • 3 inches vegetable oil For deep frying
For the Honey Mustard Dipping Sauce
  • ½ cup mayonnaise Adds creaminess.
  • 2 tablespoons honey Provides sweetness.
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard Adds tanginess.
  • ½ teaspoon paprika Enhances flavor.
  • 1 pinch salt Enhances flavor.
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper Adds heat.

Equipment

  • Dutch oven
  • deep frying thermometer
  • Medium Bowl

Method
 

Prepare the Honey Mustard Sauce
  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, honey, and Dijon mustard until smooth. Add paprika, a pinch of salt, and cayenne pepper. Cover and refrigerate.
Prepare the Batter
  1. In another bowl, combine egg, milk, chicken broth, salt, and pepper. Stir in self-rising flour until smooth. Let rest for 5 minutes.
Heat the Oil
  1. Heat vegetable oil in a Dutch oven to 350°F (175°C) for frying.
Dredge Chicken
  1. Coat chicken tenderloins in flour, then dip in batter until fully coated.
Fry the Chicken
  1. Carefully place battered tenderloins into hot oil, fry for 7-9 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
Garnish and Serve
  1. Optionally sprinkle with parsley or smoked paprika. Serve with honey mustard sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 29gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure oil is heated to 350°F for crispy chicken. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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