Chicken Fingers (D-V-O)

Ingredients

• 6 medium skinless boneless chicken breast halves, cut into 1/2 inch strips
• 1 egg, beaten
• 1 cup buttermilk
• 1 1/2 teaspoons garlic powder
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 cup seasoned bread crumbs
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 quart oil (for frying)

Directions

1. 1

   Place chicken strips into a large, re-sealable plastic bag.

2. 2

   In a small bowl, mix the egg, buttermilk and garlic powder.

3. 3

   Pour mixture into bag with chicken.

4. 4

   Seal, and refrigerate 2 to 4 hours.

5. 5

   In another large, res-ealable plastic bag, mix together the flour, bread crumbs, salt and baking powder.

6. 6

   Remove chicken from refrigerator, and drain, discarding buttermilk mixture.

7. 7

   Place chicken in flour mixture bag. Seal, and shake to coat.

8. 8

   Heat oil in a large, heavy skillet to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).

9. 9

   Carefully place coated chicken in hot oil.

10. 10

    Fry until golden brown and juices run clear.

11. 11

    Drain on paper towels.