Step 1: Soak the Chicken

• Place the chicken strips in buttermilk and refrigerate for 20-30 minutes. This step helps tenderize the chicken while ensuring a crispier coating.

Step 2: Preheat the Oven

• Set your oven to 400°F and allow it to preheat fully.

Step 3: Prepare the Coating

• In a large Ziploc bag or bowl, combine:

  • 1 cup of all-purpose flour

  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

  • 1 tablespoon seasoned salt

  • 3/4 teaspoon pepper

  • 2 teaspoons paprika

• Mix well to evenly distribute the seasonings.

Step 4: Prepare the Baking Pan

• Place the butter in a 9×13-inch baking dish and melt it in the oven while it’s preheating. Swirl the pan to coat the bottom with the melted butter.

Step 5: Coat the Chicken

• Remove the chicken from the buttermilk and shake off any excess liquid.

• Dredge each piece in the flour mixture, making sure it’s fully coated.

Step 6: Arrange and Bake

• Arrange the coated chicken pieces in a single layer in the prepared baking pan.

• Bake for 20 minutes. After 20 minutes, flip each piece of chicken over and bake for an additional 20 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 170°F.