Best 4 Healthier Crispy Chicken Fingers With Honey Mustard Sauce Recipes
Crispy chicken fingers are a classic comfort food that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. However, traditional chicken fingers are often fried in unhealthy oils and breaded with high-calorie ingredients, making them a less-than-ideal choice for those looking to maintain a balanced diet. This article will provide a healthier alternative to classic chicken fingers, using simple ingredients and cooking methods that result in a crispy, flavorful dish without all the added fat and calories.
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TONY'S CHICKEN TENDERS WITH HONEY MUSTARD SAUCE
Fry Tony's Chicken Tenders recipe from Down Home with the Neelys on Food Network, then dunk each panko-crusted bite in homemade honey mustard sauce.
Provided by Patrick and Gina Neely : Food Network
Categories appetizer
Time 30m
Yield 3 to 5 servings
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Preheat oil to 350 degrees F.
- Cut the chicken breasts into long strips and set aside.
- Beat the 3 eggs in a separate bowl and measure the flour into another separate dish.
- Measure the panko into a pie plate or shallow bowl and season with garlic powder, lemon-pepper, cayenne, salt and pepper.
- Dip the chicken strips into the flour, the beaten egg and then dredge them into the seasoned panko.
- Fry in the hot peanut oil for 6 to 8 minutes, until golden brown, and remove to a paper towel lined sheet tray. Serve with Honey Mustard sauce.
- Mix all the ingredients in a small bowl and season with salt and pepper. The sauce can be held in the refrigerator for 1 week.
CHICKEN FINGERS WITH HONEY MUSTARD SAUCE
A great recipe I found in Canadian Living that I tweaked a bit. Serve with crunchy raw vegetable. Fillet of chicken works really well in this recipe.
Provided by Sageca
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 45m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In small bowl, stir together mayonnaise, Dijon and honey.Cover and refrigerate up to 3 days.
- Between sheets of plastic wrap, pound chicken with flat side of meat pounder or with rolling pin until 1/2-inch thick.
- Cut lengthwise on diagonal into 4 x 1-1/2-inch strips.
- In bowl, whisk eggs and garlic.
- I used Egg Creations to replace the eggs.
- In shallow bowl, combine cheese, bread crumbs, oregano, salt, pepper and paprika.
- One at a time, dip chicken strips into eggs, letting excess drip back into bowl. Dredge in cheese mixture, coating generously and pressing to adhere.
- Arrange on greased baking sheets; drizzle with butter.
- Bake in 425°F oven until golden, crispy and no longer pink inside, about 15 minutes. Serve with dipping sauce.
HONEY MUSTARD CHICKEN FINGERS
These pick up and go crispy chicken fingers are sure to please the pickiest of eaters.
Provided by Food Network
Time 25m
Yield 5 servings
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- 1. Preheat oven to 425 degrees F. Combine Hellmann's® or Best Foods® Light Mayonnaise, Creamy Dijon Mustard and honey in medium bowl; reserve 1/2 for dipping.
- 2. Add chicken to remaining mayonnaise mixture; stir to coat. Mix corn flakes with Parmesan Cheese, then roll chicken in crumbs.
- 3. Arrange on ungreased baking sheet. Bake 10 minutes or until chicken is thoroughly cooked. Serve with reserved honey mustard sauce.
CRISPY CHICKEN TENDERS WITH HONEY MUSTARD SAUCE
I saw this recipe on the Neely's and have adapted it to fit our tastes. Note: I've tried cutting the honey mustard sauce in half because I thought it would be too much, and it was just barely enough. I would recommend making the full amount because it will keep in the fridge for a week. Enjoy!!
Provided by KPD123
Categories Chicken Breast
Time 30m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Cut chicken into long strips. Set aside.
- Place beaten eggs in a shallow bowl. Place flour in another shallow bowl (I like to season flour with 1/2 teaspoon salt, pepper, and cayenne for extra flavor).
- Place panko breadcrumbs in another shallow bowl and season with garlic powder, lemon pepper, cayenne, salt and pepper. Mix well.
- Dip the chicken strips in the flour, then the beaten egg, then dredge into seasoned panko.
- Fry chicken in batches in deep fryer preheated to 350 degrees for about 6-8 minutes. The chicken should be cooked through and golden brown.
- Remove to drain on paper towels. Sprinkle with additional salt and pepper once out of the fryer. Serve with honey mustard sauce.
- To make the honey mustard sauce: Mix together the mustard, honey, mayo, lemon juice and season with salt and pepper to taste. Will keep in fridge up to a week.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 780.3, Fat 16.4, SaturatedFat 3.6, Cholesterol 286.7, Sodium 1410.5, Carbohydrate 90.9, Fiber 4.6, Sugar 27.6, Protein 65.1
Tips:
- For a healthier version of the crispy chicken fingers, you can use air fryer instead of deep frying. This will reduce the amount of oil used and make the chicken fingers lower in calories and fat.
- To make the chicken fingers extra crispy, double coat them in the breading mixture. This will create a thicker coating that will stay crispy even after being baked or air fried.
- If you don't have any honey mustard sauce on hand, you can make your own by combining equal parts honey and Dijon mustard. You can also add a little bit of mayonnaise or sour cream to make the sauce more creamy.
- These chicken fingers are great for dipping in your favorite sauce. Some other options include ketchup, barbecue sauce, or ranch dressing.
- You can also serve these chicken fingers with a side of vegetables, such as roasted potatoes, green beans, or carrots.
Conclusion:
These healthier crispy chicken fingers with honey mustard sauce are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that the whole family will enjoy. They are perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a fun party appetizer. So next time you're looking for a tasty and satisfying meal, give this recipe a try.
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