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Crispy Panko Chicken Strips

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Crispy Panko Chicken Strips are golden, crunchy, and perfectly juicy on the inside, coated with seasoned panko breadcrumbs and baked, fried, or air-fried to crispy perfection. This easy homemade chicken strips recipe is family-friendly, freezer-friendly, and perfect for quick dinners, snacks, lunches, or party appetizers.

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 pounds chicken breast strips
  • 1 1/2 cups panko breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Olive oil or cooking spray

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) or heat oil in a skillet if frying.
  • Prepare three shallow bowls:
    • One with flour
    • One with beaten eggs
    • One with panko breadcrumbs mixed with garlic powder, paprika, salt, black pepper, and Parmesan cheese
  • Pat the chicken strips dry with paper towels.
  • Dip each chicken strip into the flour, then into the eggs, and finally coat thoroughly with the seasoned panko mixture. Press gently so the coating sticks well.
  • For baking, place the coated chicken strips on a lined baking sheet and lightly spray with oil.
  • Bake for 18 to 20 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and fully cooked.
  • For frying, cook the chicken strips in hot oil for 3 to 4 minutes per side until crispy and cooked through.
  • Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauces.

Notes

Panko breadcrumbs create a lighter and crispier coating than regular breadcrumbs.Use a wire rack on the baking sheet for extra crispy baked chicken strips.Avoid overcrowding the pan when frying to maintain crispiness.Chicken is fully cooked when the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).Great dipping sauces include honey mustard, ranch, barbecue sauce, ketchup, or spicy mayo.

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