Pat chicken strips dry. Season with salt, pepper, and paprika.
Set Up Dredging Station:
Place flour, beaten eggs, and breadcrumbs in three separate shallow bowls.
Coat the Chicken:
Dredge each strip in flour, dip in egg, then coat with breadcrumbs.
Fry the Chicken:
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Fry chicken strips for 3–4 minutes per side, until golden and cooked through (internal temperature 165°F / 74°C).
Drain on paper towels to remove excess oil.
Make the Tartar Sauce:
Mix mayonnaise, pickle relish, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Adjust seasoning to taste.
Serve:
Serve chicken fingers hot with tartar sauce for dipping.
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