Quick N Easy Crispy Chicken Strips

Homemade Oven-Baked Breaded Chicken Strips: A Family Favorite

Introduction: These oven-baked breaded chicken strips are not only a hit with the kids but also perfect for the entire family. Packed with flavor and texture, they are a healthier alternative to processed chicken strips and are Slimming World compatible. Made with real chicken and handmade breadcrumbs, these strips are tender, flavorful, and easy to make. Say goodbye to frozen, ready-made chicken and hello to a homemade delight that everyone will love.

Preparation Time: 15 Minutes Cooking Time: 20 Minutes Total Time: 35 Minutes

Ingredients for Quick and Easy Crispy Chicken Strips:

• 450g (16oz) boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips
• 1 egg
• 1 tablespoon of maple syrup
• 1 teaspoon of whole-grain mustard
• 3 slices (120g/4.5oz) of whole-wheat bread
• 1 teaspoon of paprika
• Pinch of garlic powder
• Cooking oil spray
• Optional: Pinch of chili or cayenne powder (instead of paprika) for a spicy alternative

Instructions for Quick and Easy Crispy Chicken Strips:

1. Prepare Breadcrumbs: Place the wholemeal bread in a food processor to produce breadcrumbs.
2. Prepare Egg Mixture: In a shallow bowl, combine the maple syrup, egg, and whole-grain mustard.
3. Prepare Breadcrumb Mixture: In another shallow dish, mix the whole wheat breadcrumbs, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
4. Coat Chicken Strips: Refrigerate the chicken strips in the egg mixture for 1 hour.
5. Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 200°C/400°F (gas mark 6).
6. Coat and Bake: Dip each chicken strip in the egg mixture, then lay it on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Coat the top with cooking oil spray.
7. Bake: Bake for approximately 20 minutes or until the chicken is golden, cooked through, and tender.
8. Optional Cheese Addition: If you have extra HEa, add shredded cheese to the breadcrumb mixture for an extra cheesy twist.
9. Serve: Serve the crispy chicken strips with your preferred accompaniments and enjoy a delicious homemade meal.

Notes:

• This recipe is suitable for Slimming World and Weight Watchers.
• Each serving contains approximately 12 HEb and 1 syn per serving at Slimming World, and 3 WW Flex/Freestyle Smart Points per serving.

Nutrition Information (Per Serving):

• Serving Size: 1 serving
• Calories: 267
• Total Fat: 4.3g
• Saturated Fat: 0.6g
• Cholesterol: 221mg
• Sodium: 516mg
• Carbohydrates: 15.6g
• Fiber: 2g
• Sugar: 5.3g
• Protein: Information for Protein Missing

Ingredients For Quick N Easy Crispy Chicken Strips 

• 450g (16oz) boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips
• 1 egg
• 1 tablespoon of maple syrup
• 1 tsp of whole-grain mustard
• 3 slices (120g/4.5oz) of Whole-wheat bread
• 1 tsp of paprika
• pinch of garlic powder
• cooking oil spray
• optional: a pinch of chilli or cayenne powder (instead of paprika) for a spicy alternative

Instructions For Quick N Easy Crispy Chicken Strips 

1. To produce breadcrumbs, place the wholemeal bread in a food processor.
2. Combine the maple syrup, egg, and mustard in a shallow bowl.
3. Mix the whole wheat breadcrumbs, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper in a separate shallow dish.
4. Refrigerate the chicken strips in the egg mixture for 1 hour.
5. Preheat the oven to 200°C/400°F (gas mark 6).
6. Dip each chicken strip in the egg mixture and lay on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
7. Coat the top with cooking oil spray.
8. Bake for about 20 minutes, or until the chicken is golden, cooked through, and tender.
9. If you have some extra HEa, add some shredded cheese to the breadcrumbs mixture.
10. Serve with your preferred accompaniments.