These light and crispy chicken strips are a delightful twist on the classic fried chicken. They are coated in a seasoned batter and baked to perfection, resulting in a crunchy exterior and juicy interior. Perfect for a family dinner or game day snack.
Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp pepper
- 2 eggs
- Cooking spray
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a shallow dish, mix together breadcrumbs, parmesan cheese, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- In another dish, beat the eggs.
- Dip each chicken strip into the beaten eggs, then coat with the breadcrumb mixture, ensuring it is well-coated.
- Place the coated chicken strips on the prepared baking sheet and lightly spray with cooking spray.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the coating is crispy.
- Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce and enjoy!
Interesting Facts
Baking the chicken strips instead of frying them reduces the amount of oil and calories in the dish.
The parmesan cheese in the coating adds a savory and cheesy flavor to the chicken strips.
These light and crispy chicken strips are a crowd-pleaser and can be easily customized with different seasonings.