Crispy Baked Chicken Parmesan Fries (Printable)

Golden chicken strips with Parmesan crust, served with marinara and ranch dips.

# What You'll Need:

→ Chicken

01 - 1.1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
02 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
03 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

→ Breading

04 - 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
05 - 2 large eggs
06 - 1 tablespoon milk
07 - 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
08 - 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
09 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
10 - 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
11 - Cooking spray or 2 tablespoons olive oil

→ Dips

12 - 1 cup marinara sauce, warmed
13 - 1/2 cup ranch dressing

# How To Make It:

01 - Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and lightly grease with cooking spray or olive oil.
02 - Slice chicken breasts into 1/2-inch wide strips resembling fries. Season with salt and pepper.
03 - Arrange three shallow bowls: place flour in the first, beat eggs with milk in the second, and combine panko, Parmesan, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning in the third.
04 - Dredge each chicken strip in flour, shaking off excess. Dip into egg mixture, then coat thoroughly with panko-Parmesan mixture.
05 - Place breaded strips in single layer on prepared baking sheet. Lightly spray or drizzle with olive oil for extra crispiness.
06 - Bake for 20-25 minutes, flipping once halfway through, until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F.
07 - Serve immediately while hot, fry-style, with warm marinara and ranch dips on the side.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • A high-protein appetizer or main dish that feels like a treat.
  • Perfectly baked to golden perfection in just 25 minutes.
  • Double the dipping fun with zesty marinara and creamy ranch.
02 -
  • Use only panko breadcrumbs for the crunchiest possible exterior.
  • Lightly spraying the chicken with oil before baking helps mimic the texture of deep-fried chicken.
  • Always flip the strips halfway through to ensure they are golden brown on both sides.
Return