Healthy Crispy Chicken im Backofen

Name: Healthy Crispy Chicken im Backofen
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 3
Cuisine: German
Ingredients: 1 Chicken Breast (cut into strips); 4 tablespoons Flour; 7 tablespoons Milk; 2 Eggs; 2 teaspoons Paprika Powder (1 tsp for marinade, 1 tsp for chicken strips); 1 teaspoon Garlic Granules; 0.5 teaspoon Black Pepper; 0.5 teaspoon Curry Powder; 2.5 teaspoons Salt (1.5 tsp for marinade, 1 tsp for chicken strips); 4.5 cups Unsweetened Cornflakes (crushed); 6 tablespoons Oil (for brushing)

This recipe guides you through making healthy and crispy chicken strips baked in the oven. Chicken breast is seasoned, coated in a flavorful marinade, then crusted with unsweetened cornflakes for an extra crispy texture, and finally baked to golden perfection. It's a simple, delicious, and healthier alternative to fried chicken.

#Chicken

#Oven Baked

#Crispy

#Healthy

#Dinner

#Easy Meal

#Family Friendly

Crispy chicken strips being coated

Recipe Information

15m

Prep Time

25m

Cook Time

40m

Total Time

Servings

Easy

German

Nutrition (per serving)

350

Calories

30g

Protein

25g

Carbs

15g

Fat

Chicken strips ready for baking

Ingredients

Servings: 3

💡 Tip: Check off ingredients as you add them to keep track of your progress!

Freshly baked golden crispy chicken

Instructions

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In a bowl, combine 4 tablespoons of flour, 7 tablespoons of milk, 2 eggs, 1 teaspoon of paprika powder, 1 teaspoon of garlic granules, 0.5 teaspoon of black pepper, 0.5 teaspoon of curry powder, and 1.5 teaspoons of salt to create the marinade.
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In a bowl, combine 4 tablespoons of flour, 7 tablespoons of milk, 2 eggs, 1 teaspoon of paprika powder, 1 teaspoon of garlic granules, 0.5 teaspoon of black pepper, 0.5 teaspoon of curry powder, and 1.5 teaspoons of salt to create the marinade.
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Whisk well until smooth to ensure no lumps remain in the marinade.
2
Cut the chicken breast into even strips.
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Cut the chicken breast into even strips.
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Aim for uniform thickness for even cooking.
3
Season the chicken strips with 1 teaspoon of salt and 1 teaspoon of paprika powder, mixing thoroughly to coat all pieces.
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Season the chicken strips with 1 teaspoon of salt and 1 teaspoon of paprika powder, mixing thoroughly to coat all pieces.
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Ensure chicken is well coated with spices for maximum flavor.
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Dip each seasoned chicken strip into the prepared marinade, ensuring it is fully covered.
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Dip each seasoned chicken strip into the prepared marinade, ensuring it is fully covered.
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Allow excess marinade to drip off before coating with cornflakes.
5
Coat each marinaded chicken strip generously with the crushed unsweetened cornflakes, pressing gently to make sure they adhere well.
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Coat each marinaded chicken strip generously with the crushed unsweetened cornflakes, pressing gently to make sure they adhere well.
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For extra crunch, double-dip: re-dip in marinade, then re-coat in cornflakes.
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Place the coated chicken strips on a baking tray lined with parchment paper. Brush generously with 6 tablespoons of oil.
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Place the coated chicken strips on a baking tray lined with parchment paper. Brush generously with 6 tablespoons of oil.
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Don't overcrowd the baking tray; leave space between strips for even crisping. Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).
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Bake in the preheated oven at 200°C (400°F) for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through, flipping halfway if desired for even crispness.
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Bake in the preheated oven at 200°C (400°F) for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through, flipping halfway if desired for even crispness.
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Ensure internal temperature reaches 74°C (165°F) for food safety. Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce.