Cheesy Chicken Strips Recipe

My kids love chicken strips! Although I usually pop my favorite whole-grain breaded chicken from the freezer in the oven for a quick meal, sometimes I like to make a dish with a little bit more of a homemade touch. My cheesy chicken strips are easy to make and huge hits with my little ones (and husband)! The entire recipe provides around 1165 calories, with a high protein content of 113 grams, moderate fat content of around 45 grams, and 72 grams of carbohydrates.

Chicken, particularly the lean, boneless, skinless breast, is a highly nutritious source of protein that is low in fat and calories. The nutritional profile of chicken makes the meat an excellent choice for those seeking to build muscle or maintain a healthy weight. It is rich in essential amino acids, which are crucial for muscle repair and growth. Chicken also provides important vitamins and minerals such as B vitamins (particularly niacin and B6), which support energy metabolism, and selenium, a mineral that plays a role in immune function. Additionally, chicken is versatile and can be included in a variety of dishes, including my cheesy chicken strips.

Ingredients

• 2 cups of cheese-flavored crackers
• 1 teaspoon of dried basil
• 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper
• 1 pound of lean boneless, skinless chicken breast
• 2 tablespoons of skim milk

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 400°.
2. Trim all visible fat from the chicken.
3. Cut the chicken into 1-inch strips.
4. Place the cheese crackers, basil, and pepper in a large bag. Crush until crumbed.
5. Dip the chicken strips into the milk.
6. Add the chicken strips to the cracker crumbs. Thoroughly coat the chicken with the crumb mixture.
7. Place the coated chicken strips onto a greased cookie sheet.
8. Bake for 5 to 7 minutes or until the chicken is tender and no longer pink.
9. Serve hot.
10. Refrigerate any uneaten cheesy chicken strips.

Image Credits

Cheesy Chicken Strips Recipe © 2015 Heather Johnson
Cheesy Chicken Strips © 2015 Heather Johnson