Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breast, cut into strips
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup flour
- 2 eggs
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cooking spray or olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Set up a breading station with three bowls: one for flour, one for beaten eggs, and one for breadcrumbs mixed with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Dip each chicken strip in flour, then egg, and finally in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing lightly to adhere.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and place the coated chicken strips on it, avoiding overcrowding.
- Lightly spray chicken strips with cooking spray or drizzle with olive oil.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, turning halfway through, until golden brown and cooked through.
- Let cool slightly before serving with your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
For added flavor, you can mix in herbs or cayenne for a spicy kick. Use panko breadcrumbs for extra crispiness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free (if using gluten-free breadcrumbs)
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 180mg
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