Crispy Chicken Strips with Honey Mustard

Instructions

1. Step 1: In a shallow dish, mix together flour, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
2. Step 2: Pour panko breadcrumbs into a separate shallow dish.
3. Step 3: In a large bowl, whisk together eggs and buttermilk.
4. Step 4: Dip each chicken strip into the flour mixture, then the egg mixture, and finally the panko breadcrumbs, pressing gently to adhere.
5. Step 5: Heat about 1/2-inch of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F.
6. Step 6: Fry the chicken strips in batches until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-6 minutes per batch.
7. Step 7: Drain the chicken strips on paper towels.
8. Step 8: In a small bowl, whisk together honey and Dijon mustard until smooth.
9. Step 9: Toss the fried chicken strips in the honey mustard sauce until coated.
10. Step 10: Serve hot and enjoy!