As soon as I stumbled upon this recipe, I had a hunch it would be fantastic. And it certainly was! So tasty!

These Oven Baked Garlic Butter Chicken Strips offer a healthier alternative to fried chicken while still delivering a satisfyingly crispy coating and delicious garlic butter flavor. They’re easy to prepare and perfect for a quick meal or appetizer.

Oven Baked Garlic Butter Chicken Strips

Ingredients:

Instructions:

1. Preheat Oven and Prepare Baking Sheet: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup and to prevent sticking.
2. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a shallow bowl, combine the breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, dried parsley, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to ensure all ingredients are evenly mixed.
3. Prepare Garlic Butter: In another shallow bowl, mix the melted unsalted butter and minced garlic together until well combined.
4. Coat Chicken in Garlic Butter: Take each chicken strip and dip it into the melted garlic butter mixture, making sure that all sides of the chicken are thoroughly coated.
5. Coat Chicken in Breadcrumbs: Immediately after dipping in the garlic butter, roll the chicken strip in the breadcrumb mixture. Press gently to help the breadcrumbs adhere to the chicken. Ensure the chicken strip is fully coated on all sides with the breadcrumb mixture.
6. Arrange on Baking Sheet: Place the coated chicken strips on the prepared parchment-lined baking sheet. Arrange them in a single layer, making sure they are evenly spaced so they can cook and crisp up properly. Avoid overcrowding the baking sheet.
7. Bake: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F or 74°C) and the breadcrumb coating is golden brown and crispy. The exact baking time may vary depending on the thickness of the chicken strips.
8. Cool Slightly and Serve: Once the chicken strips are done baking, remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the chicken cool slightly on the pan for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy these crispy and flavorful Oven Baked Garlic Butter Chicken Strips! They are delicious on their own, with your favorite dipping sauces, or as part of a larger meal.