Description
Crispy and flavorful Ketchup Chips Chicken Tenders are a fun twist on classic chicken strips. Coated with crushed ketchup-flavored chips, these tenders bake up golden and crunchy, making a perfect snack or meal for kids and adults alike. They are easy to prepare, requiring only a few simple ingredients, and are baked in the oven to achieve a healthier yet delicious crispy texture.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 3-4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Coating and Breading
- 2 cups ketchup chips
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 large eggs
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to ensure the tenders bake evenly without sticking.
- Prepare Chicken Strips: Cut the boneless, skinless chicken breasts into strips about 1 inch wide. This size helps the chicken cook evenly and ensures a good ratio of crispy coating to meat.
- Mix Dry and Wet Ingredients: In one bowl, combine the flour with salt and black pepper to season the coating. In another bowl, beat the eggs until frothy, which will help the coating adhere to the chicken strips.
- Crush Ketchup Chips: Place the ketchup chips into a zip-top bag and crush them until only small pieces remain. The crushed chips provide the unique ketchup flavor and crispy texture on the chicken.
- Coat Chicken Strips: Dip each chicken strip first into the flour mixture, making sure it is well coated. Then dip into the beaten egg wash, and finally, coat thoroughly with the crushed ketchup chips, pressing gently to adhere the chips.
- Bake: Arrange the coated chicken strips on the prepared baking sheet spaced slightly apart. Bake them in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until they are golden brown, crispy, and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
Notes
- You can use any flavor of potato chips for a different twist, but ketchup chips provide a distinct tangy sweetness.
- For extra crispiness, you can spray the coated chicken strips lightly with cooking oil before baking.
- Make sure not to overcrowd the baking sheet to allow proper air circulation for even baking.
- Serve with your favorite dipping sauce or a side of fries for a complete meal.
