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!

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

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
• 0 cooking spray

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) if baking immediately or prepare a flat baking sheet lined with parchment if freezing.

Step 2

Pat the chicken tenders dry with paper towels and set aside.

Step 3

In a shallow bowl, mix the all-purpose flour, salt, black pepper, paprika, and garlic powder.

Step 4

In another shallow bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk until well combined.

Step 5

In a third shallow bowl, combine breadcrumbs, grated parmesan cheese, and panko breadcrumbs.

Step 6

Dredge each chicken tender in the flour mixture, shaking off any excess.

Step 7

Dip the floured chicken tender into the egg mixture, ensuring it's fully coated.

Step 8

Coat the chicken in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to adhere the crumbs.

Step 9

Place the coated chicken tender onto the prepared baking sheet. Repeat with the remaining tenders.

Step 10

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.

Step 11

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).

Step 12

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.

Step 13

Serve with your favorite dipping sauce and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1501.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4502.9

Total Fat 196.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 46.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 871.1mg	0%
Sodium 12377.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 435.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 20.3g	0%
Total Sugars 27.1g
Protein 263.5g	0%

Vitamin D 108.8IU	0%
Calcium 863.2mg	0%
Iron 27.4mg	0%
Potassium 2722.2mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 38.7%

Protein: 23.1%

Carbs: 38.2%