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These juicy chicken sticks with their crispy crust are true all-rounders in the kitchen. The golden-brown coating of crushed nachos surrounds the tender chicken meat and makes them the perfect finger food for the whole family. I'm particularly excited about the simple preparation and the wonderful aroma that spreads through the kitchen during baking. Crispy chicken sticks from the oven - a simple recipe.
When I prepared these chicken sticks for my nieces for the first time, they were so excited that they now ask for them every time they visit. The crispy coating made of nachos was the absolute hit. Crispy chicken sticks with nachos.
Key Ingredients for Crispy Chicken Sticks and Their Selection
- Chicken breast: Use fresh meat from humane farming if possible - it should be nice and light and firm
- Nachos/Cornflakes: The coating makes the difference - choose natural variants without additives
- Spices: Freshly ground black pepper and high-quality paprika powder develop more flavor
- Egg: Binds the coating perfectly - don't forget room temperature
Detailed Step by Step Preparation for Crispy Chicken Sticks
- Prepare meat
- Pat chicken breast dry and cut into even strips about 2 cm wide
- Cut across the fibers for more tender meat
- Lightly flatten strips for even cooking
- Prepare coating
- Finely crumble nachos in a sealed freezer bag
- Carefully mix spices with the flour
- Thoroughly beat egg and season with a pinch of salt
- Breading process
- First thoroughly coat each strip in the seasoned flour
- Draw through the egg mixture, allow excess egg to drip off
- Roll in the nacho crumbs and press lightly
At our home, these chicken sticks are the absolute favorite for movie night. The crispy coating made of nachos adds a special touch that everyone loves. Chicken sticks for movie night.
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Tips for the Perfect Consistency of Chicken Sticks
The uniform size of the meat strips is crucial for success. Pieces that are too thick will not cook properly inside, while pieces that are too thin dry out quickly. I always cut them about finger-thick, which has proven to be optimal. Perfectly crispy chicken sticks.
Variation of the Coating for Chicken Sticks
In my kitchen, I like to experiment with different coatings. Sometimes I use a mixture of cornflakes and grated hard cheese - this gives a particularly savory note. For a spicier variant, I like to mix some chili powder with the spices. Chicken sticks with different coatings.
The Perfect Sauce for Chicken Sticks
The classic accompaniment to chicken sticks is a homemade yogurt dip with fresh herbs. For this, I mix Greek yogurt with chopped herbs, some lemon juice, and a pinch of garlic powder. Dip for chicken sticks.
These chicken sticks are for me the perfect combination of convenience and homemade food. They remind me of my first cooking attempts as a mother, when I was looking for healthy alternatives to fast food. The beaming eyes of my children while eating are still the best reward today. Homemade crispy chicken sticks.
More Creative Ideas for Chicken Sticks
Over time, I have developed many variations. A particularly popular version is the preparation with sesame seeds in the coating. A Mediterranean version with dried Italian herbs is also always well received by guests. Creative chicken stick ideas.
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Serving Suggestions for Chicken Sticks
The sticks go excellently with:
Colorful leaf salads with honey-mustard dressing
Homemade potato wedges
Steamed seasonal vegetables
Serving suggestions for chicken sticks.
Preparation of Chicken Sticks
By the way, the recipe can also be prepared wonderfully in advance. The breaded sticks can be kept in the refrigerator for up to 4 hours before they go into the oven. This makes them the ideal party food that you can prepare in a relaxed way. Preparing chicken sticks.
Frequently Asked Questions
- → Can I also fry the chicken sticks?
- Yes, fry them at 340°F for about 6-8 minutes until golden brown. In the oven they're lower in calories though.
- → Which nachos work best?
- Classic, salted tortilla chips are ideal. Avoid seasoned or filled varieties as these can burn more quickly.
- → How do the chicken sticks stay especially juicy?
- Don't cut the strips too thin and monitor the baking time carefully. Preheating the oven is important.
- → Can I prepare the chicken sticks in advance?
- You can bread them and keep in the refrigerator for up to 2 hours. Waiting longer makes the coating soft.
- → Which sauces go well with them?
- Ketchup, BBQ sauce, honey-mustard dip or a spicy yogurt sauce are perfect matches.