Crispy Chicken Fingers with Cane’s Sauce

These crispy chicken fingers are tender and juicy on the inside with a perfectly crunchy coating on the outside. Marinated in a flavorful buttermilk batter, the chicken strips soak up all the spices before being coated in a seasoned flour mixture and fried to golden perfection. Served with a tangy, smoky Cane’s-style dipping sauce, this dish is perfect as a snack, appetizer, or a main course for any casual meal or game day.

Iram Mansoor

Crispy Chicken Fingers with Cane’s Sauce

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These crispy chicken fingers are tender and juicy on the inside with a perfectly crunchy coating on the outside. Marinated in a flavorful buttermilk batter, the chicken strips soak up all the spices before being coated in a seasoned flour mixture and fried to golden perfection. Served with a tangy, smoky Cane’s-style dipping sauce, this dish is perfect as a snack, appetizer, or a main course for any casual meal or game day.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 10 minutes mins

Marinate Time 2 hours hrs

Servings: 4 Servings

Ingredients Method Video Notes

Ingredients

 

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For the Chicken:

• 2 lb chicken breast cut into strips
• Oil for frying

For the Dry Batter:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 3 tbsp cornstarch
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• Salt to taste
• 1 tbsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp black pepper

For the Wet Batter:

• 2 cups buttermilk
• 2 tbsp garlic powder
• 1 tbsp black pepper
• Salt to taste
• 1 tbsp smoked paprika
• For the Cane’s Sauce:
• 4 tbsp ketchup
• 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tbsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 1 cup mayonnaise
• Salt to taste
• 1 tsp smoked paprika

Method

 

1. Marinate Chicken: Whisk together buttermilk, garlic powder, black pepper, salt, and smoked paprika. Add chicken strips to the wet batter and marinate for at least 2 hours or preferably overnight for maximum flavor and tenderness.
2. Prepare Dry Batter: In a bowl, whisk together flour, cornstarch, salt, garlic powder, black pepper, and smoked paprika.
3. Coat Chicken: Remove chicken strips from the wet batter, letting excess drip off. Coat each strip thoroughly in the dry batter.
4. Fry Chicken: Heat oil in a deep fryer or heavy pan to about 350°F (175°C). Fry chicken strips in batches for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway through until golden brown and cooked through. Drain on paper towels.
5. Make Cane’s Sauce: Whisk together mayonnaise, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, black pepper, salt, and smoked paprika until smooth.
6. Serve: Plate the crispy chicken fingers with Cane’s Sauce on the side for dipping.

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Notes

Tips

• For extra crunch, double-dip the chicken by repeating wet and dry batter steps before frying.
• Maintain oil temperature around 350°F to ensure crispy coating and fully cooked chicken.
• Use a meat thermometer to check chicken reaches an internal temp of 165°F (74°C).
• Let chicken rest on a wire rack after frying to keep coating crispier.

Variations

• Spice it up by adding cayenne pepper or chili powder to the batters for extra heat.
• Substitute buttermilk with plain yogurt thinned with milk for marination.
• Swap out chicken breasts for thighs for juicier results.
• Try baking instead of frying for a lighter option (bake at 425°F for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway).

Serving Suggestions

• Serve with crispy fries or coleslaw for a classic combo.
• Add pickles and a soft bun for a delicious chicken finger sandwich.
• Pair with a cold soda or iced tea for the perfect casual meal.

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