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Crispy Sheet Pan Fish Sticks and Fries Recipe Easy Baked Delight

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A healthier, easy-to-make baked version of classic fish sticks and fries that delivers crispy texture and delicious flavor without frying. Perfect for busy weeknights and comfort food cravings.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb white fish fillets (cod, haddock, or pollock), cut into sticks
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs, beaten (room temperature)
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ½ tsp freshly ground black pepper
  • Cooking spray or olive oil for misting
  • 3 medium russet potatoes (about 1 lb), washed and cut into fries
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp sea salt
  • ½ tsp smoked paprika (optional)
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Wash and cut potatoes into ¼ inch thick fries. Toss fries with olive oil, sea salt, smoked paprika, and black pepper until fully coated. Spread fries evenly on one side of a parchment-lined baking sheet without overlapping.
  2. Pat dry fish sticks with paper towels. Place flour in one bowl, beaten eggs in another, and mix panko breadcrumbs with smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a third bowl. Dredge each fish stick in flour, dip in egg, then coat with breadcrumb mixture. Place breaded fish sticks on the other side of the baking sheet with space between pieces.
  3. Lightly mist fish sticks and fries with cooking spray or drizzle olive oil over the top. Bake for 20-25 minutes, flipping fries and fish sticks halfway through. Fish sticks should be golden and flaky; fries crispy and browned at edges.
  4. Remove from oven and let sit for 1-2 minutes to firm up. Taste and adjust seasoning with extra salt if desired before serving.

Notes

Pat fish dry to ensure breading sticks and stays crispy. Use panko breadcrumbs for best crunch. Lightly mist or drizzle oil on fries and fish sticks before baking to achieve golden crispiness. Flip halfway through baking for even browning. Avoid overcrowding the pan to prevent sogginess. For gluten-free, substitute flour and panko with gluten-free alternatives. Sweet potatoes can be used instead of russets but watch baking time.

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