RECIPE
Crispy Baked Chicken Strips
Looking for a healthier alternative to satisfy your crispy chicken cravings? Look no further than these mouthwatering Crispy Baked Chicken Tenders! Packed with flavor and coated in a crunchy breadcrumb mixture, these homemade chicken tenders are sure to become a family favorite. Plus, they're baked, not fried, making them a healthier alternative without sacrificing taste or texture.
With just a handful of simple ingredients and a few easy steps, you'll have deliciously crispy chicken tenders ready to devour in no time.
Ingredients:
Avocado oil
1 beaten egg
1 ¼ cups gluten free flour (or flour of your choice), we prefer THIS one
½ cup panko breadcrumbs (gluten free option HERE
2 teaspoons garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
4 skinless, boneless chicken breasts, sliced into strips
Instructions:
Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and lightly coat it with avocado oil to prevent sticking.
In a shallow dish, beat the egg. In a large zip-top freezer bag, combine flour, panko breadcrumbs, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Seal the bag and shake well to ensure all ingredients are evenly mixed.
Coat the Chicken Strips: Dip each chicken strip into the beaten egg, allowing any excess to drip off. Then, transfer the chicken to the bag of coating mixture. Seal the bag and shake gently until the chicken is evenly coated with the breadcrumb mixture. Place the coated chicken strips onto the prepared baking sheet.
Lightly spray each chicken tender with cooking spray to promote crispiness. Bake in the preheated oven for 7 minutes.
: After 7 minutes, carefully flip each chicken strip using tongs. Return the baking sheet to the oven and bake for an additional 7 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the coating is golden brown.
For an extra crispy finish, switch your oven's setting to broil on high. Move the baking sheet to a position about 6 inches from the heat source and broil for about 2 minutes, or until the coating is golden brown and crispy.
Once the chicken tenders are cooked to perfection, remove them from the oven and allow them to cool slightly. Serve them hot with your favorite dipping sauces, such as barbecue sauce, honey mustard, or ranch dressing, and enjoy!
WHY WE LOVE IT:
We absolutely adore this recipe for its simplicity, flavor, and health benefits. By choosing to bake instead of fry, we're able to enjoy all the crispy goodness of classic chicken strips without the harmful side effects of seed oils. The combination of garlic, onion, and paprika adds a burst of flavor that elevates these chicken tenders to a whole new level of deliciousness. Give them a try today and experience the joy of guilt-free indulgence!
These crispy baked chicken tenders are perfect for a quick weeknight dinner, game day snack, or anytime craving. They're sure to be a hit with both kids and adults alike.
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