CRACKER COATED FRIED CHICKEN STRIPS

2 2/3 cups crushed saltine crackers

1 tsp garlic salt
1/2 tsp dried basil
1/2 tsp paprika
dash of freshly ground black pepper
1 large egg
1 cup low-fat milk
1 1/2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breast strips
Canola oil for deep frying

Combine the crackers, salt, basil, paprika, and pepper in a shallow bowl.

In a second shallow bowl, beat the egg and milk together.

Dip the chicken pieces into the egg mixture then into the cracker mixture.  Heat oil to 375 degrees and add a few pieces of chicken at a time.  Fry two to three minutes per side until golden brown.  Drain on paper towels before serving.

Yield: 4 to 6 servings

Recipe and photo from an old TOH.