Oven-Baked Chicken Strips with Hidden Veggie Ketchup

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Tender chicken strips baked to golden perfection, served with a sweet homemade ketchup enriched with hidden carrots for extra nutrition. This kid friendly ready in about 35 minutes pairs boneless skinless chicken breasts, panko breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 20 min Serves 4 Kid Friendly cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat your oven to 425°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Slice 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts into 1/2-inch thick strips.
  2. Step 2: In a shallow bowl, mix 1 1/2 cups panko breadcrumbs with 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
  3. Step 3: Place 1/2 cup all-purpose flour in another bowl. In a third bowl, beat 2 large eggs.
  4. Step 4: Dredge each chicken strip first in flour, shaking off excess, then dip into the beaten eggs, and finally coat thoroughly with the panko-Parmesan mixture.
  5. Step 5: Arrange the coated chicken strips on the prepared baking sheet and drizzle evenly with 2 tbsp olive oil. Bake for 15-18 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and cooked through.
  6. Step 6: Meanwhile, grate 1 medium carrot finely. In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine 1/2 cup ketchup, 1 tbsp honey, and the grated carrot. Simmer gently for 5 minutes until the mixture thickens slightly and the carrot softens.
  7. Step 7: Serve the baked chicken strips hot with the carrot-enriched ketchup on the side for dipping.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Oven-Baked Chicken Strips with Hidden Veggie Ketchup take to make?

Total time is about 35 minutes (15 min prep + 20 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Oven-Baked Chicken Strips with Hidden Veggie Ketchup?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep panko breadcrumbs from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Oven-Baked Chicken Strips with Hidden Veggie Ketchup?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Oven-Baked Chicken Strips with Hidden Veggie Ketchup for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Oven-Baked Chicken Strips with Hidden Veggie Ketchup?

Kid Friendly kid friendly like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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