Spicy Hot Chicken Bits

Spicy Hot Chicken Bits

Spicy chicken pieces dredged in flour mixture and deep fried in hot oil.

INGREDIENTS:
3 pounds boneless chicken breasts without skin
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
2 tablespoons red pepper, [or less]
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 cup flour vegetable oil

PREPARATION:
Wash chicken breasts and pat dry. Cut into 1-inch strips. Sprinkle chicken strips with salt and garlic powder, turning pieces so all sides are seasoned. Continue seasoning with with red and black peppers.

Refrigerate for 1 hour to bring out the flavor of seasonings. Dust chicken with flour, then deep fry in vegetable oil at 370°, for 3 to 4 minutes.

Drain on paper towels; serve with your favorite dipping sauce, or try one of the sauces below.

Serves 6 to 8.