Certainly! Here’s a simple recipe for homemade chicken strips with a twist using some unique ingredients:
Ingredients:
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup finely crushed pretzels
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cooking spray or olive oil for coating
Instructions:
- Marinate the Chicken:
- Place the chicken strips in a bowl and pour the buttermilk over them. Let them marinate for at least 30 minutes to an hour. This helps tenderize the chicken and adds flavour.
- Preheat Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper or lightly greasing it.
- Prepare Coating Mixture:
- Combine the panko breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, crushed pretzels, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper in a shallow dish. Mix well to ensure an even distribution of flavours.
- Coat the Chicken:
- Take each marinated chicken strip, allowing excess buttermilk to drip off, and coat it thoroughly in the breadcrumb mixture. Press the coating onto the chicken to ensure it sticks.
- Place on Baking Sheet:
- Arrange the coated chicken strips on the prepared baking sheet, leaving some space between each strip.
- Bake:
- Lightly spray the chicken strips with cooking spray or brush them with olive oil. Bake in the oven for 15-20 minutes or until the chicken is cooked and the coating is golden brown and crispy.
- Serve:
- Once done, remove them from the oven and let them cool slightly. Serve the chicken strips with your favourite dipping sauce, such as honey mustard or barbecue sauce.
Feel free to get creative with the seasonings and coatings to suit your taste preferences. Enjoy your delicious homemade chicken strips with a unique twist!