Imagine crispy crunchy chicken strips dipped in a luscious, savory, slightly spicy whiskey glaze! Just like the appetizer at TGI Friday’s! Tantalizing, isn’t it? Well, lucky for you, with this copycat recipe, you can have them in the comfort of your own home, perfect for any party or dinner that calls for fun!

To get started, you’ll need:

Next, prepare the crispy coating. In one bowl, you’ll mix flour, paprika, salt, and pepper. In a second bowl, you’ll mix the buttermilk and eggs. Now, dip the chicken strips first in the flour mixture, then in the buttermilk mixture, and then back in the flour mixture. This double coating will give you that extra crunch.

Now, for the sizzling part! Heat up some oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven. You want the oil to be about an inch deep. Once the oil is nice and hot, carefully add the chicken strips and fry until golden brown and cooked through. And there you have it — crispy, crunchy chicken strips that will make your taste buds dance!

Let’s turn our attention to the irresistible whiskey glaze. In a saucepan, combine soy sauce, brown sugar, honey, ketchup, vinegar, minced garlic, ground ginger, Dijon mustard, cayenne pepper, and of course, the star of the show — whiskey. Bring this mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until it thickens. The aroma will be tantalizing!

Finally, the moment we’ve all been waiting for. Toss the fried chicken strips in the luscious whiskey glaze, making sure they’re evenly coated. Serve them hot with your favorite dipping sauce, and watch them disappear in a flash!

This dish is so good; you’ll want to keep it on hand! And the best part? It’s easy to make, so you can indulge in this restaurant-quality treat whenever your heart desires!