Description
Indulge in homemade chicken fingers that are irresistibly crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside. This easy recipe transforms weeknight dinners into delightful feasts, perfect for family gatherings or game days. With a golden-brown coating and savory spices, these chicken fingers are sure to become a favorite at your table, especially when paired with your favorite dipping sauces.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- Oil for frying (about 1/2 cup)
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken by trimming excess fat and cutting it into strips about 1 inch wide.
- Set up three shallow dishes: one with seasoned flour (flour, salt, pepper, garlic powder), one with beaten eggs, and one with panko breadcrumbs mixed with paprika.
- Dredge each chicken strip in flour, dip it in the egg mixture, and coat it with breadcrumbs.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
- Fry the chicken strips for about 3-4 minutes per side or until golden brown.
- Drain on paper towels and serve hot with your preferred dipping sauces.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 chicken fingers (150g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 100mg