Crispy Baked Chicken Strips: Better Than Takeout!

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 lbs (680g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips
• 1/2 cup (120ml) buttermilk (or milk with 1 tbsp lemon juice/vinegar)
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 cup (120g) panko breadcrumbs
• 1/2 cup (60g) grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
• 1/4 cup (30g) all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon dried Italian seasoning
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
• 1/4 cup (60ml) olive oil, plus more for greasing