Description
If you’re searching for a quick and wholesome meal that your family will love, these Crispy Baked Fish Sticks are the answer! Perfectly flaky on the inside and irresistibly crispy on the outside, they provide a healthier twist on a classic favorite. Ready in just 30 minutes, this dish is ideal for busy weeknights and can be served with a variety of dipping sauces or sides to please everyone at the table. Whether you’re preparing them for kids or simply craving a satisfying seafood treat, these baked fish sticks will become a go-to recipe in your home. Enjoy the deliciousness while knowing you’re serving up something nutritious!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb white fish fillets (cod, haddock, or tilapia)
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs (beaten)
- 1½ cups panko breadcrumbs
- 1 tsp paprika
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- Olive oil spray or melted butter (for crisping)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Cut fish fillets into uniform strips (approximately 1 inch by 3 inches).
- Set up three bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with seasoned panko breadcrumbs.
- Coat each fish strip first in flour, then in eggs, and finally in panko breadcrumbs.
- Arrange coated fish sticks on a wire rack over a baking sheet or directly on a greased baking sheet.
- Lightly spray the tops with olive oil or brush with melted butter for extra crispiness.
- Bake for 12–15 minutes, flipping halfway through until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 60mg