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Crispy Kid-Approved Sheet Pan Chicken Strips Easy Dinner Recipe

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A quick and easy sheet pan chicken strips recipe that yields crispy, golden chicken strips loved by kids and adults alike. This fuss-free dinner is baked, not fried, making cleanup simple and the meal healthier.

Ingredients

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  • Chicken breasts, boneless and skinless, cut into 1-inch wide strips
  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • 1 ½ cups plain or panko breadcrumbs
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • Black pepper, to taste
  • Olive oil or cooking spray for coating the sheet pan and drizzling over strips
  • Optional: pinch of dried oregano or Italian herbs

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Pat chicken breasts dry and cut into 1-inch wide strips.
  3. In one bowl, beat the eggs until smooth. In another bowl, mix breadcrumbs, Parmesan, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  4. Dip each chicken strip into the egg wash, letting excess drip off, then dredge in breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
  5. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat. Arrange coated strips in a single layer, spaced apart.
  6. Lightly drizzle about 1 tablespoon olive oil over the strips or spray with cooking spray.
  7. Bake for 15 minutes, then flip each strip and bake for another 10-12 minutes until cooked through (internal temperature 165°F / 74°C) and golden.
  8. Let the chicken strips rest for 5 minutes on the pan before serving.

Notes

For extra crispiness, double coat the chicken strips by dipping again in egg wash and breadcrumbs. Use a cooling rack on the sheet pan to allow air circulation if desired. Broil for 1-2 minutes at the end for extra crunch but watch carefully to avoid burning. Adjust cooking time if using chicken thighs. Refrigerate coated strips on the baking sheet up to 4 hours before baking to improve coating adherence. Reheat in oven to maintain crispiness; avoid microwaving.

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