Fried Chicken Strips & Broccoli Cauliflower Supreme

I loved these chicken strips!! Crispy, salty & the chicken stayed juicy & tender. The broccoli cauliflower was not a hit with the girls but Dustin really liked it. It's one of those dishes that is good hot or cold so it'd be great for a potluck.


Fried Chicken Strips
(Taste of Home April/May 2005)

2 2/3c crushed saltines
1tsp garlic salt
1/2tsp dried basil
1/2tsp paprika
1/8tsp pepper
1 egg
1c milk
1 1/2lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts - cut into strips
Oil for deep fat frying

In a shallow bowl combine the first five ingredients. In another bowl beat the egg and milk. Dip the chicken into the egg mixture, then cracker mixture. In an electric skillet or deep fat fryer heat oil to 375*. Fry the chicken, a few strips at a time, for 2-3 minutes on each side or until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.

Broccoli Cauliflower Supreme

4oz cream cheese - cubed
1/4c ranch dressing
1T Dijon mustard
3c cauliflower - steamed & drained
6c broccoli - steamed & drained
1/2c Ritz crackers - crushed

Place cream cheese, dressing & mustard in a medium bowl. Microwave 30-45 seconds or until softened & mixture is hot. Stir until well blended. Toss hot cooked vegetables with the hot cream cheese mixture. Spoon into a serving bowl & sprinkle with the crackers.

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