Crispy Chicken Strips – Baked NOT Fried
Crispy chicken strips are a favourite with everyone in our house. It is a really simple recipe. It is much healthier than some of the alternatives and also saves you money, win win win!!
You can use these crispy chicken strips in so many ways. Wraps, burritos, burgers or simply on their own with a baked potato are how we tend to eat them at home.
They are much simpler than you think and totally customisable! Those who know me know that I love recipes like this. Sometimes with the kids and adults it’s hard to please everyone and produce a meal that suits everyone but this hits the mark and then some!
What makes these different?
Well, they are baked and not fried, you could also air fry them. This takes away all the excess fat so they are much better for your health. It also seriously reduces the calories so if you’re trying to lower your calories and still include what you love this may be for you!
Why should we limit fried foods?
Fried foods are often high in calories, unhealthy fats, and sodium, which can be harmful to your health when consumed in excess. Many fried foods are high in unhealthy trans fats and saturated fats. Consuming high amounts of these fats can increase your risk of heart disease, stroke, and other health problems. They are often also high in sodium, which can contribute to high blood pressure, heart disease, and stroke.
Therefore it’s important to limit your intake of fried foods and instead focus on consuming a balanced diet that includes plenty of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, lean proteins, and healthy fats.
Crispy Chicken Strips
Ingredients
- 500 g Chicken Breast
- 150 g Cornflakes
- 2 tbsp All Purpose Seasoning
- 1 tsp Salt
- 1 tsp Pepper
- 1 tsp Chilli Flakes
- 1 tsp Chives
- Spray Oil
- 1 large egg
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to gas 6 or 200 deg c (you can use the air fryer, you wouldn't need to preheat)
- Cut your chicken into small thin strips and set aside.
- In a separate bowl add the cornflakes and crush into a crumb like consistency.
- Add the spices and seasoning into the crumb mix and stir well so it's all combined.
- Beat the egg in a separate bowl.
- Add your chicken strips into the egg mixture and stir well so they're all coated.
- Take them one by one, coat in the crumb mix and place on a baking tray. Continue this process until they're all coated and on the tray.
- Spray the strips with your spray oil
- Add the tray to the oven and cook for 30 minutes, turning them over once after 15 minutes
- Sprinkle the chives over the top when cooked
