1. Prepare Chicken Strips:
a. In a shallow dish, combine the flour, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
b. Place beaten eggs in another dish.
c. In a third dish, place the panko breadcrumbs.
d. Dredge each chicken strip in the flour mixture, dip into the beaten eggs, and then coat with panko breadcrumbs, pressing the breadcrumbs onto the chicken to adhere.
2. Fry Chicken Strips:
a. In a large skillet, heat about 1 inch of vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
b. Fry the chicken strips in batches for 3-4 minutes per side or until they are golden brown and cooked through.
c. Place the fried chicken strips on a paper towel-lined plate to absorb excess oil.
3. Make Dipping Sauce:
a. In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, honey, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Adjust the seasoning to your taste.
4. Serve:
- Serve the crispy chicken strips hot with the dipping sauce on the side.
5. Enjoy:
- Enjoy your homemade crispy chicken strips with a side of your favorite dipping sauce!
These crispy chicken strips make for a fantastic snack, appetizer, or even a main course. They are crunchy on the outside and tender on the inside. Feel free to customize the seasonings or the dipping sauce according to your preferences.