Zaxby's chicken fingers are a popular fast food item that is enjoyed by people of all ages. The key to the deliciousness of Zaxby's chicken fingers is in the unique blend of spices and seasonings that they use. However, you don't have to go to a Zaxby's restaurant to enjoy this delicious treat. With the right recipe, you can easily make a copycat version of Zaxby's chicken fingers at home.
Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!
COPYCAT OF ZAXBY'S CHICKEN FINGERS
Make and share this Copycat of Zaxby's Chicken Fingers recipe from Food.com.
Provided by GingerlyJ
Categories Chicken Breast
Time 35m
Yield 1 1/2 pounds, 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- 1.Cut chicken breasts across into half-inch pieces.
- 2.Place the chicken and buttermilk into a shallow dish and cover.
- 3.Chill the chicken for at least fifteen minutes.
- 4.Pour the oil into a deep frying pan and heat to 375 degrees.
- 5.Combine the bread crumbs, cornflakes, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning in a shallow bowl.
- 6.Beat the egg in another shallow bowl.
- 7.Place the flour in a shallow plate.
- 8.Cover the chicken fingers in flour, then dip in the egg, and finally cover them with the cornflake and bread crumb mixture.
- 9.Place the coated chicken in the hot oil and fry for 6 to 8 minutes. Drain the Chicken Fingerz on a paper towel-lined plate.
- 10.Cool slightly to create a crispier coating.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 4209.2, Fat 439.4, SaturatedFat 74.8, Cholesterol 156.3, Sodium 630.5, Carbohydrate 34.6, Fiber 1.7, Sugar 3.5, Protein 43.5
ZAXBY'S CHICKEN FINGERS DIPPING SAUCE
This sauce is really good with chicken and a great alternative to the traditional BBQ sauce. I like the full teaspoon of black pepper. This is also great on a chicken sandwich.
Provided by franny
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Sauce Recipes
Time 2h10m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Whisk mayonnaise, ketchup, and garlic powder together in a bowl; add Worcestershire sauce to the mayonnaise mixture and whisk until smooth.
- Sprinkle enough black pepper over the surface of the mayonnaise mixture to cover; stir to incorporate. Repeat sprinkling and stirring of black pepper.
- Cover bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate until the seasonings have blended into the sauce, at least 2 hours.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 142.7 calories, Carbohydrate 3.4 g, Cholesterol 7 mg, Fat 14.6 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 0.4 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 218 mg, Sugar 2.6 g
ZAXBY'S CHICKEN FINGERS DIPPING SAUCE
This recipe was posted in the Atlanta Journal Constitution newspaper. Zaxby's fans have tried to duplicate the restaurant chain's core dipping sauce. This one posted on Recipelink.com. Zaxby's co-founder Tony Townley took a look, saying the recipe was about half-right. Try it to see if you don't think it's almost right! The cooking time is the refrigeration time for this recipe since there is actually no cooking involved.
Provided by By The Lake
Categories Sauces
Time 2h5m
Yield 1/2 cup
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Mix together the mayo, ketchup, and garlic powder, blending well. Add Worcestershire sauce and blend well. Cover the surface of sauce with lots of black pepper until just coated. Blend well. Repeat process covering surface with black pepper and stir until belnded well. Refrigerate for at least two hours prior to use to allow the flavors to mingle. Serve with chicken fingers.
Tips:
- For the best results, use boneless, skinless chicken breast cutlets that are about 1/2-inch thick. If your cutlets are thicker, you can pound them out to an even thickness using a meat mallet.
- To make sure your chicken fingers are crispy, coat them in a mixture of flour, salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic powder before frying.
- Fry the chicken fingers in hot oil until they are golden brown and cooked through. The internal temperature of the chicken should reach 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Serve the chicken fingers with your favorite dipping sauce. Some popular options include ranch dressing, honey mustard, and barbecue sauce.
- These chicken fingers are best served hot and fresh out of the fryer, but they can also be reheated in the oven or air fryer.
Conclusion:
These copycat Zaxby's chicken fingers are a delicious and easy-to-make recipe that the whole family will love. They are perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal or for a party appetizer. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can enjoy these delicious chicken fingers right at home.
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