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Bright golden baked chicken strips topped with vibrant buffalo sauce and creamy ranch dressing, plated neatly on a rustic white dish with fresh greens and carrot sticks, textured crispy coating contrasting with tender interior, styled simply for an appetizing look.

Healthy Buffalo Ranch Chicken Strips Easy Dinner Idea

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Crispy baked chicken strips coated in spicy buffalo sauce and creamy ranch, served with fresh veggies for a healthy and flavorful dinner.

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips
  • 1/2 cup hot sauce (buffalo style)
  • 1/4 cup ranch dressing
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a bowl, combine panko breadcrumbs, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  3. Dip chicken strips in hot sauce, then coat evenly with breadcrumb mixture.
  1. Place coated chicken on prepared baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil.
  2. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden and crispy.
  1. While baking, mix remaining hot sauce and ranch dressing for dipping sauce.
  2. Serve chicken strips hot with ranch sauce and veggie sticks.

Notes

  • For extra crispiness, spray chicken with cooking spray before baking.
  • You can adjust buffalo sauce level for preferred spice.
  • Serve with celery sticks and additional ranch for best flavor.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten-Free option possible

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4 chicken strips with ranch and veggies
  • Calories: 380 kcal Kcal
  • Sugar: 3 g
  • Sodium: 850 mg
  • Fat: 15 g
  • Saturated Fat: 2 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 36 g
  • Fiber: 3 g
  • Protein: 30 g
  • Cholesterol: 85 mg