Cheesy Chicken Strips

Health score
14%
Cheesy Chicken Strips
25 min.
4
309kcal

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Are you ready to elevate your lunch or dinner game with a dish that's both delicious and easy to prepare? Look no further than these Cheesy Chicken Strips! Perfectly crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, these strips are a crowd-pleaser that will have everyone coming back for seconds.

In just 25 minutes, you can whip up a meal that not only satisfies your cravings but also packs a punch with flavor. The combination of cheese-flavored crackers and finely shredded Cheddar cheese creates a delightful crust that adds a cheesy goodness to each bite. Plus, the simplicity of the recipe makes it ideal for busy weeknights or casual gatherings with friends and family.

Whether you're serving them as a main dish or as a fun appetizer, these Cheesy Chicken Strips are versatile enough to fit any occasion. Pair them with your favorite dipping sauce—be it barbecue, ketchup, or ranch dressing—and watch as they disappear from the plate in no time. With a caloric breakdown that balances protein, fat, and carbs, you can enjoy this tasty treat without the guilt. So grab your ingredients and get ready to impress your loved ones with this mouthwatering dish!

Ingredients

  • 1.3 pounds chicken breast halves boneless skinless
  • cup round buttery crackers crushed
  • ounces cheddar cheese shredded finely
  •  eggs 
  • serving barbecue sauce 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • ziploc bags

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 400°. Spray jelly roll pan, 15 1/2x10 1/2x1 inch, with cooking spray.
  2. Cut chicken lengthwise into 1/2-inch strips.
  3. Mix crushed crackers and cheese in large resealable plastic bag. Beat egg in large bowl; add chicken strips to egg and toss to coat.
  4. Remove chicken from egg, allowing excess to drip off; place chicken in bag of cracker mixture. Seal bag and shake to coat evenly with cracker mixture.
  5. Place chicken strips in single layer in pan.
  6. Bake uncovered 10 to 12 minutes or until no longer pink in center.
  7. Serve with barbecue sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Calories309kcal
Protein47.69%
Fat38.95%
Carbs13.36%

Properties

Glycemic Index
6.75
Glycemic Load
0.09
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
17.91826074538%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:309.39kcal
15.47%
Fat:13.02g
20.03%
Saturated Fat:4.69g
29.29%
Carbohydrates:10.05g
3.35%
Net Carbohydrates:9.71g
3.53%
Sugar:1.39g
1.55%
Cholesterol:145.81mg
48.6%
Sodium:407.63mg
17.72%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:35.87g
71.74%
Vitamin B3:15.53mg
77.67%
Selenium:53.44µg
76.34%
Vitamin B6:1.1mg
54.97%
Phosphorus:425.37mg
42.54%
Vitamin B5:2.3mg
23.03%
Vitamin B2:0.29mg
17.32%
Potassium:568.99mg
16.26%
Calcium:136.65mg
13.66%
Magnesium:44.88mg
11.22%
Vitamin B1:0.17mg
11.04%
Zinc:1.58mg
10.51%
Vitamin B12:0.53µg
8.86%
Iron:1.41mg
7.84%
Vitamin K:8.16µg
7.77%
Vitamin E:1.02mg
6.78%
Folate:24.62µg
6.16%
Manganese:0.11mg
5.35%
Vitamin A:244.52IU
4.89%
Copper:0.07mg
3.48%
Vitamin D:0.45µg
2.98%
Vitamin C:1.7mg
2.06%
Fiber:0.35g
1.39%