Crunchy Chicken Strips Oamc
Get ready to elevate your chicken night with these irresistibly crispy Crunchy Chicken Strips OAMC (Once-A-Month Cooking) – the ultimate make-ahead solution for busy schedules! Coated in a golden blend of seasoned breadcrumbs, panko, and Parmesan, these oven-baked tenders are perfectly crunchy without the need for frying. The recipe is freezer-friendly, making it easy to prepare a large batch and bake straight from frozen for a quick and delicious meal. With a flavorful seasoning mix of paprika, garlic powder, and black pepper, these chicken strips are anything but ordinary. Ideal for kids, game day appetizers, or weeknight dinners, simply serve them with your favorite dipping sauce for a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. Whether baked fresh or prepared ahead of time, these chicken strips deliver a crispy, tender bite every time!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds chicken tenders
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 large eggs
- 0.25 cup milk
- 2 cups breadcrumbs
- 0.5 cup parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- cooking spray
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) if baking immediately or prepare a flat baking sheet lined with parchment if freezing.
Pat the chicken tenders dry with paper towels and set aside.
In a shallow bowl, mix the all-purpose flour, salt, black pepper, paprika, and garlic powder.
In another shallow bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk until well combined.
In a third shallow bowl, combine breadcrumbs, grated parmesan cheese, and panko breadcrumbs.
Dredge each chicken tender in the flour mixture, shaking off any excess.
Dip the floured chicken tender into the egg mixture, ensuring it's fully coated.
Coat the chicken in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to adhere the crumbs.
Place the coated chicken tender onto the prepared baking sheet. Repeat with the remaining tenders.
If freezing, arrange the breaded chicken tenders in a single layer on the parchment-lined sheet and place in the freezer for 2-3 hours until solid. Transfer to a freezer-safe bag or container and label for future use.
To bake immediately, lightly spray the chicken tenders with cooking spray and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, turning halfway through, until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
To bake from frozen, preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C), place the frozen chicken tenders on a baking sheet, spray with cooking spray, and bake for 25-30 minutes, turning halfway, until golden and fully cooked.
Serve with your favorite dipping sauce and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4503 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 196.4 g | 252% | |
| Saturated Fat | 46.1 g | 231% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 871 mg | 290% | |
| Sodium | 12378 mg | 538% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 435.7 g | 158% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.3 g | 72% | |
| Total Sugars | 27.1 g | ||
| Protein | 263.5 g | 527% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.7 mcg | 14% | |
| Calcium | 863 mg | 66% | |
| Iron | 27.4 mg | 152% | |
| Potassium | 2722 mg | 58% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
