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Freezer Tortilla Chicken Strips

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By: Denise Bustard10 Comments
Posted: 10/20/16 Updated: 8/28/20

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Stock up the freezer with these tasty tortilla chicken strips for an easy weeknight dinner. You can bake them from frozen, and they are perfect served on a salad!

Keeping my freezer stocked with ready to cook chicken options is always part of my dinner game plan. We have at least one of these freezer chicken marinades and these slow cooker chicken breast recipes on hand at all times! Another great option is these tortilla chicken strips.

hand holding a tortilla chicken strip (with a bite taken out of it)

Just like your favorite chicken strips from the frozen foods aisle, these tortilla chicken strips can be baked from frozen, and means dinner can get on the table in 20 minutes or less!

They are crispy, full of flavor, and perfect served with or on a salad. Bonus? The kids love them too!

Reasons you’ll ♡ these tortilla chicken strips

  • freezer friendly and bake up from frozen
  • super crispy and flavorful
  • kid-friendly and perfect on a salad

chicken strips on baking sheet before baking

Let's talk ingredients

This is a super simple 'recipe', that you can mix and match to make it your own! Here's what you'll need:

  • Chicken Breast- can swap for boneless chicken thighs but you may need to increase the cooking time
  • Flour- helps the egg stick to the chicken. Gluten-free flour or almond flour may also work
  • Egg- help the tortilla chips stick
  • Tortilla Chips- gives the chicken a ton of crunchy texture and flavor, you can use flavored chips for extra flavor or gluten-free chips

tortilla chicken strips stacked on a plate

Meal prep tips

  • reheat- can be cooked ahead and reheated (uncovered, 350°F until crispy and heated through)
  • air fryer- would probably be great in the air fryer! (check out my air fryer chicken tenders and try the same cook temp + time to start)
  • freezer- place on a baking sheet, freeze solid before transferring to a bag or container

see my shop for my favorite containers and freezer equipment!

chicken strips served on a salad

Recipe FAQs

Can I skip the tortilla chips?

Sure! Check out this version that uses Panko breadcrumbs instead.

Can I freeze these?

Yes, and you can bake them directly from frozen.

What goes well with tortilla chicken strips?

  • Southwestern Sweet Potato Wild Rice Salad
  • Black Bean + Corn Salad
  • Healthy Homemade Ranch Dressing
  • Loaded Mexican Kale Salad
  • Taco Salad

Did you make this? Tag me on social @sweetpeasandsaffron and be sure to leave a comment and rate the recipe!

hand picking up a lime tortilla chicken strip from a pile of them on white plate

Lime Tortilla Chicken Strips

5 from 1 vote
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 25 mins
Total Time: 40 mins
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Stock up the freezer with these tasty tortilla chicken strips for an easy weeknight dinner. You can bake them from frozen, and they are perfect served on a salad!
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Ingredients

  • 2 chicken breasts (roughly 1 lb)
  • ½ cup flour
  • 2 eggs (lightly beaten)
  • 2 cups tortilla chip crumbs
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 limes (zested)
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder

Instructions 

  • Heat oven to 375°F. Prepare 1-2 baking sheets by lining with parchment paper.
  • Cut the chicken breasts into 1.5-inch wide strips.
  • Place in three separate shallow bowls 1) the flour, 2) the eggs, and 3) combine the tortilla chip crumbs, salt, lime zest and chili powder.
  • Working in batches of 2-3 strips, first roll in the flour. Tap gently to remove excess.
  • Dredge in the egg, then in the tortilla mixture. Arrange on the baking sheets.
  • Bake for 10 minutes, flip, then bake for another 10 minutes, or until cooked through.

To freeze

  • Follow steps 3-5 above.
  • Freeze for 3-4 hours, then transfer the chicken strips into a large plastic bag.
  • To bake from frozen: Pre-heat oven to 375°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • When oven is heated, arrange the chicken strips on the baking sheet, leaving a few inches between each one.
  • Bake for 10 minutes, flip, then bake for another 15 minutes, or until cooked through.
  • Serve immediately.

Tips:

Storage
After baking through, the chicken strips may be stored in the fridge for up to 4 days.
To reheat- heat uncovered in the oven at 350°F for 10-15 minutes or until warmed through.

Nutrition Information

Serving: 1/2 chicken breast (3.5 oz), Calories: 380kcal, Carbohydrates: 35g, Protein: 33g, Fat: 11g, Saturated Fat: 3g, Cholesterol: 164mg, Sodium: 960mg, Fiber: 3g
Author: Denise Bustard
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: freezer

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Denise Bustard is the creator of Sweet Peas and Saffron, a meal prep-focussed food blog. With a PhD in biochemistry, Denise takes a scientific approach to perfecting her recipes. You can find Denise's work featured on Huffington Post, MSN, Self and more.

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  1. Sara says

    Posted on 4/14/20 at Posted on 4/14/20

    5 stars
    The kids LOVED these! Going into our regular rotation for sure. Thanks for the recipe!

    Reply
    • Denise says

      Posted on 4/24/20 at Posted on 4/24/20

      Woo hoo! Glad to hear this, Sara! Thanks for reporting back 🙂

      Reply
  2. Sarah @Whole and Heavenly Oven says

    Posted on 10/25/16 at Posted on 10/25/16

    I will take ALL of these gorgeous chicken strips, please and thank you! I am seriously dying over how crispy and perfect they look, Denise!

    Reply
  3. Kelly says

    Posted on 10/24/16 at Posted on 10/24/16

    Haha it's only Monday but I already don't feel like adulting so I'll take all the yummy nourish bowls! 🙂 Love the lime and tortilla chicken strips - they look amazing!

    Reply
  4. Yami says

    Posted on 10/20/16 at Posted on 10/20/16

    Where can you buy those bowls?

    Reply
    • Denise says

      Posted on 10/21/16 at Posted on 10/21/16

      Hi Yami! You can find which stores carry the Nourish Bowls here. They will be available in Canada in December/January!

      Reply
  5. Jen V. says

    Posted on 10/20/16 at Posted on 10/20/16

    I am going to have to try your recipe. I bet the lime gives it a nice flavor. I love that you can cook them straight from the freezer - just perfect for days when I have forgotten to thaw any meat for dinner.

    Reply
    • Denise says

      Posted on 10/21/16 at Posted on 10/21/16

      I hope you like them Jen! They are so convenient (and I totally forget to thaw dinner all. the. time)

      Reply
  6. Gayle @ Pumpkin 'N Spice says

    Posted on 10/20/16 at Posted on 10/20/16

    Mmm these look SO good, Denise! I definitely need to make more freezer meals, and pairing this with those bowls sounds like the perfect meal! And YES to no adulting by Thursday! 🙂

    Reply
    • Denise says

      Posted on 10/21/16 at Posted on 10/21/16

      Thanks so much, Gayle!

      Reply

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