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Oven Baked Chicken Strips Recipe

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Crispy and flavorful Oven Baked Chicken Strips made with tender boneless chicken breasts, coated in a seasoned flour and panko bread crumb mixture, then baked to golden perfection with butter for an irresistibly crunchy texture. A healthier alternative to fried chicken strips that are perfect for a family meal or snack.

Ingredients

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Chicken

  • 1.75 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts or tenderloins

Seasoned Flour Coating

  • 1 cup flour
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper

Egg Wash

  • 2 large eggs

Breading

  • 2 cups panko bread crumbs
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper

Other

  • 8 tablespoons butter (melted)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven and prepare baking sheet: Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Melt the butter and pour it evenly onto a large rimmed baking sheet or sheet pan to coat the surface, which will help the chicken strips bake with a crispy buttery crust.
  2. Slice chicken: If using whole chicken breasts, slice them into strips about 1 inch wide to ensure even cooking and perfect strip size for dipping and eating.
  3. Prepare coating stations: In a shallow dish, mix the flour, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and half of the salt and pepper. In a second shallow dish, beat the eggs well. In a third shallow dish, combine the panko bread crumbs with the remaining salt and pepper.
  4. Coat chicken strips: Dip each chicken strip first into the seasoned flour mixture, coating it thoroughly. Then dip it into the beaten eggs, allowing excess to drip off. Finally, press each strip firmly into the panko bread crumb mixture to ensure a good even coating that will crisp well in the oven.
  5. Arrange chicken for baking: Place each coated chicken strip on the baking sheet with the melted butter, spacing them out so they bake evenly and get crisp on all sides.
  6. Bake and flip: Bake the chicken strips in the preheated oven for 10 minutes. After 10 minutes, carefully flip each piece over to promote even crisping and browning. Continue baking for an additional 10–15 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the coating is golden brown and crispy.

Notes

  • For extra crispiness, you can broil the chicken strips for 1-2 minutes at the end, watching closely to avoid burning.
  • Make sure to evenly coat each chicken strip to ensure a crunchy crust.
  • Use a rimmed baking sheet to catch any melted butter and prevent mess.
  • Let cooked chicken strips rest for a few minutes before serving to retain juiciness.
  • Optional dipping sauces include ranch, honey mustard, or barbecue sauce.

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