Best 5 Cajun Pheasant Fingers Recipes

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Cajun pheasant fingers are a delicious and flavorful dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. This dish is made with pheasant meat that is coated in a flavorful Cajun spice blend, then fried until crispy. Pheasant is a lean and healthy protein, and it is a great source of vitamins and minerals. Cajun seasoning is a blend of spices that typically includes paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, and black pepper. When combined, these spices create a unique and flavorful crust on the pheasant fingers. This dish can be served with a variety of dipping sauces, such as ranch dressing, honey mustard, or barbecue sauce.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

DIANE'S PHEASANT FINGERS



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Make and share this Diane's Pheasant Fingers recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Chef TraceyMae

Categories     Pheasant

Time 25m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 pheasant breast
3/4 cup flour
2 tablespoons garlic salt
1 tablespoon pepper
2 tablespoons parsley
2 eggs
2 tablespoons milk
3/4 cup oil

Steps:

  • Mix dry ingredients in a bowl.
  • Beat eggs and add milk in a shallow dish.
  • Heat oil in frying pan over medium heat.
  • Cut pheasant breasts into 3 x 3/4 inch strips.
  • Dip into egg and milk mixture, then into flour mixture.
  • Put pheasant pieces into hot oil and cook until golden brown, about 3 minutes on both sides.
  • Drain on paper towels.
  • Serve!

CAJUN-STYLE CHICKEN FINGERS



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These are so savory, really spicy too! If you don't like them so hot, you can cut down on the pepper in the recipe but that red pepper doesn't hurt that bad! ;)

Provided by PalatablePastime

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 20m

Yield 4-5 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 teaspoons garlic powder
2 teaspoons onion powder
1 1/2 teaspoons dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2-1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 teaspoon white pepper
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 cup breadcrumbs

Steps:

  • Cut chicken into 1 inch strips, or"fingers" about 3 inches in length.
  • Mix together remaining ingredients, (except breadcrumbs and 3 tbsp. margarine), in a bowl and add chicken and mix well, insuring that chicken is coated on all sides.
  • Allow chicken to marinate in this for at least 20 minutes.
  • Coat chicken in breadcrumbs, shaking off excess, and place chicken fingers on plate.
  • Heat margarine in skillet over medium heat; add chicken fingers, and cook until browned and crispy, about 5 minutes per side.
  • Add more margarine to the skillet if necessary.
  • Drain fingers on paper toweling.
  • Serve hot with Tabasco sauce, if desired.

CATFISH FINGERS WITH CAJUN REMOULADE SAUCE



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

1/2 cup roughly chopped red onions
1/4 cup roughly chopped celery
3 tablespoons capers
2 cups mayonnaise
1/4 cup sweet relish
2 tablespoons seafood seasoning, such as Old Bay
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon celery salt
1 cup self-rising cornmeal
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup pecan pieces
3 tablespoons seafood seasoning, such as Old Bay
1 teaspoon celery salt
3 eggs
Sixteen 1 1/2-ounce pieces catfish

Steps:

  • For the sauce: In the bowl of a food processor, add the onions, celery and capers and process until finely chopped. Mix the chopped vegetables with the mayonnaise, relish, seafood seasoning, pepper and celery salt.
  • For the catfish: Preheat the deep fryer to 325 degrees F. In the bowl of a food processor, add the cornmeal, flour, pecans, seafood seasoning and celery salt and pulse until combined. In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs. Dip the catfish slices in the eggs, then coat the catfish in the cornmeal mixture. Fry the fish until golden brown. Serve the hot catfish with remoulade sauce on the side.

CAJUN PHEASANT FINGERS RECIPE - (5/5)



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Provided by mzwaterski

Number Of Ingredients 15

Spice Mix:
2-1/2 teaspoons garlic powder
2 teaspoons dried thyme leaves
1-1/2 teaspoons black pepper
1 to 2 teaspoons cayenne
1 teaspoon white pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
Dip:
1 cup apricot preserves
1/4 cup Dijon mustard
Bird:
2 whole boneless skinless pheasant breasts,
cut lengthwise into 1 inch strips
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 tablespoon butter or margarine

Steps:

  • Spice mix: In shallow dish, combine spice mix ingredients. Dip: In 1 qt saucepan, combine preserves and mustard. Cook over medium heat for 4 or 5 minutes, or until mixture bubbles and becomes smooth, stirring frequently. Bird: Dredge pheasant strips in spice mix to coat. In 12inch skillet heat oil and butter over medium heat. Add pheasant strips. Cook for 4 to 5 minutes or until browned, turning strips over once. Remove strips from skillet and drain on paper-towel-lined plate. Alternatively, strips may be grilled - coat in olive oil, dredge to coat, and then grill. Serve strips with apricot sauce for dipping

CAJUN COUNTRY FRIED CHICKEN



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I've perfected my own Cajun seasoning made from 11 herbs and spices. But in this recipe, a store-bought variety works just as well.-Dave Fisher, Ten Mile, Tennessee

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups whole milk
2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning, divided
8 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)
4 boneless skinless chicken thighs (about 1 pound), halved
1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon lemon-pepper seasoning
1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
Oil for frying

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine milk and 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning; add chicken. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours. , In a large shallow dish, combine the flour, lemon pepper, garlic salt and remaining Cajun seasoning. Drain chicken and discard milk mixture. Place chicken in flour mixture and turn to coat. , In a skillet, heat 1/4 in. of oil; fry chicken in batches until golden brown and juices run clear, 7-8 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 289 calories, Fat 16g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 68mg cholesterol, Sodium 291mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 24g protein.

Tips:

  • For a crispy coating, double-coat the pheasant fingers in the flour mixture and egg wash.
  • To make the Cajun seasoning, combine paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, black pepper, and salt.
  • To ensure even cooking, use a meat thermometer to check that the pheasant fingers have reached an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
  • Serve the pheasant fingers with your favorite dipping sauce, such as ranch dressing or honey mustard.

Conclusion:

Cajun pheasant fingers are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or main course. With their crispy coating and flavorful Cajun seasoning, they are sure to be a hit at your next gathering. So next time you are looking for a new and exciting recipe, give Cajun pheasant fingers a try.

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