Best 7 Taco Night Chicken Fingers Recipes

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Prepare for a delightful culinary adventure as we embark on a journey to discover the ultimate recipe for "Taco Night Chicken Fingers." Imagine indulging in tender, juicy chicken fingers coated in a flavorful blend of spices and wrapped in a crispy tortilla shell. Served alongside an array of zesty salsas, creamy guacamole, and refreshing sour cream, this dish will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving for more. So gather your ingredients, get ready to cook, and let's embark on a culinary exploration to find the best recipe for "Taco Night Chicken Fingers."

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

TACO NIGHT CHICKEN FINGERS



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Taco seasoning mix isn't just for tacos, it's also terrific in the coating for these awesome chicken fingers made with Bisquick®. Cool it down with two creamy dipping sauces.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

2/3 cup Original Bisquick™ mix
1 package (1 oz) Old El Paso™ taco seasoning mix
3 boneless skinless chicken breast halves, cut crosswise into 1/2-inch strips
1 egg, slightly beaten
3 tablespoons butter or margarine, melted
1/4 cup Old El Paso™ diced green chiles, drained (from 4-oz can)
1/4 cup sour cream
1/4 cup Old El Paso™ Thick 'n Chunky salsa
1/4 cup sour cream

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 425°F. Line cookie sheet with foil; spray with cooking spray.
  • Mix Bisquick mix and taco seasoning in 1-gallon resealable plastic food-storage bag. Dip half the chicken strips into egg; place in bag of Bisquick mixture. Seal bag; shake to coat. Place chicken on cookie sheet. Repeat with remaining chicken. Drizzle butter over chicken.
  • Bake 12 to 14 minutes, turning after 6 minutes with pancake turner, until no longer pink in center.
  • Meanwhile, in separate small bowls, mix the Creamy Green Chile Dipping Sauce and Salsa Sour Cream Dipping Sauce until each is well blended. Serve chicken fingers with dipping sauces.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 380, Carbohydrate 22 g, Cholesterol 140 mg, Fat 3, Fiber 1 g, Protein 24 g, SaturatedFat 11 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1300 mg, Sugar 4 g, TransFat 1 g

BAKED TACO CHICKEN FINGERS



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Make and share this Baked Taco Chicken Fingers recipe from Food.com.

Provided by McCormick Kitchens

Categories     High Protein

Time 30m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 (1 1/4 ounce) package taco seasoning mix
1/4 cup cornmeal
2 tablespoons flour
2 lbs chicken tenders or 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1/2-inch strips

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450°F. Line baking sheet with foil. Spray with no stick cooking spray. Mix Seasoning Mix, cornmeal and flour in shallow dish or plastic bag.
  • Moisten chicken with water. Coat each chicken finger with seasoning mixture. Place chicken fingers, 1-inch apart, on prepared baking sheet. Spray chicken lightly with no stick cooking spray.
  • Bake 15 minutes on until chicken is cooked through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 158.6, Fat 3.1, SaturatedFat 0.7, Cholesterol 72.6, Sodium 490.4, Carbohydrate 6.9, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 0.9, Protein 24.6

BAKED TACO CHICKEN FINGERS



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Both kids and adults will love these taco-flavored chicken fingers! Baked, not fried, they're loaded with southwestern flavor, thanks to McCormick® Taco Seasoning Mix. Make on a single sheet pan for easy clean-up.

Provided by McCormick

Categories     Entrees,

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 package McCormick® Taco Seasoning Mix
1/4 cup cornmeal
2 tbsps flour
2 pounds chicken tenders or boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1/2-inch strips

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450°F. Line baking sheet with foil. Spray with no stick cooking spray. Mix Seasoning Mix, cornmeal and flour in shallow dish or plastic bag.
  • Moisten chicken with water. Coat each chicken finger with seasoning mixture. Place chicken fingers, 1-inch apart, on prepared baking sheet. Spray chicken lightly with no stick cooking spray.
  • Bake 15 minutes on until chicken is cooked through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 171 Calories

TACO NIGHT



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Provided by Katie Workman

Categories     main-dish

Time 20m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 tablespoon chili powder
2 teaspoons ground cumin
2 teaspoons onion powder
1 teaspoon kosher or coarse salt
1 teaspoon cornstarch
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon sweet paprika
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Pinch of cayenne or red pepper flakes (optional)
Nonstick cooking spray
2 pounds ground turkey or beef
Shredded lettuce
Salsa or taco sauce
Shredded Cheddar, Monterey Jack, or a Mexican cheese blend
Low-fat or regular sour cream
Diced tomatoes
Diced avocados
About 12 taco shells

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Place the chili powder, cumin, onion powder, salt, cornstarch, garlic powder, oregano, paprika, black pepper, and cayenne or red pepper flakes, if using, in a small bowl or plastic container. Blend well.
  • Spray a large skillet with nonstick cooking spray and place it over medium-high heat. Add the turkey or beef and cook, stirring and making sure to really break it up into small crumbles, until it is browned throughout, about 5 minutes. Drain off any liquid. Add the spice mixture and cook stirring, until you can smell all of the spices, about 1 minute. Add 34 cup of water and stir until the water is mostly evaporated, the meat is evenly coated with the spices, and there is still a little bit of liquid in the pan, about 4 minutes.
  • To serve, place your choice of toppings in small individual bowls. Heat the taco shells on a baking sheet (or right on the oven rack, whichever you prefer) in the oven until warm and toasty, about 5 minutes. Transfer the meat to a serving bowl. Place the taco shells on a plate and cover them with a napkin or clean dish towel to keep them warm, setting them out with the bowls of toppings. Let everyone serve him or herself. Photograph by Todd Coleman/The Mom 100 Cookbook

CHICKEN FINGER TACOS FOR TWO



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"Using chicken fingers in this recipe makes for the perfect size taco and also cuts down on prep time," writes Kathy Williams of Layton, Utah. "I like to pair it with Spanish rice and refried beans for a complete meal for two!"

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 20m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 egg, lightly beaten
1/2 cup seasoned bread crumbs
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
4 chicken tenderloins
1 tablespoon canola oil
4 corn tortillas (6 inches), warmed
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Salsa, sour cream, guacamole, chopped tomatoes, shredded lettuce and fresh cilantro leaves, optional

Steps:

  • Place egg in a shallow bowl. In another shallow bowl, combine the bread crumbs, salt and pepper. Dip chicken in egg, then roll in bread crumb mixture., In a large skillet over medium heat, cook chicken in oil for 4-5 minutes on each side or until juices run clear. Serve on tortillas with cheese and optional ingredients if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 403 calories, Fat 17g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 119mg cholesterol, Sodium 775mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 28g protein.

SUMMER-FRESH CHICKEN TACOS



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Everyone's favorite Mexican quick bite gets a spirited treatment here, with spices and jalapeño chiles jazzing up the sautéed taco filling.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

8 Old El Paso™ taco shells
2 tablespoons olive or vegetable oil
1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1/4-inch cubes
1 large onion, chopped (about 1 1/4 cups)
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 medium jalapeño chili, seeded, finely chopped
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 medium tomatoes, chopped (about 1 1/2 cups)
2 cups shredded lettuce
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese (4 oz)
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Heat taco shells as directed on package.
  • Meanwhile, in 10-inch nonstick skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of the oil over medium-high heat until hot. Cook chicken in oil about 6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until no longer pink in center. Remove chicken from skillet, and keep warm.
  • In same skillet, heat remaining 1 tablespoon oil until hot. Cook onion in oil about 4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender. Stir in garlic, jalapeño chili, cumin, chili powder and salt. Cook 1 minute, stirring constantly. Return chicken to skillet. Stir in tomatoes. Cook about 2 minutes, stirring occasionally, until hot.
  • To serve, place 1/4 cup shredded lettuce in each taco shell; divide chicken mixture among shells. Top with cheese and cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 460, Carbohydrate 23 g, Cholesterol 100 mg, Fat 2 1/2, Fiber 3 g, Protein 35 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 640 mg, Sugar 5 g, TransFat 2 g

TACO CHICKEN FINGERS



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Combine two children's favorites, chicken fingers and tacos. Children will get a special treat that they will love.

Provided by Allrecipes Member

Time 35m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

½ cup milk
1 (1.25 ounce) package McCormick® Taco Seasoning Mix
¼ cup flour
¼ cup cornmeal
1 cup oil
2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut in 1-inch strips
¼ cup salsa

Steps:

  • Place milk in small bowl. Set aside. In a shallow dish or plastic bag, blend taco seasoning, flour and cornmeal.
  • In a large skillet, heat oil to 350 degrees F. Dip chicken pieces in milk and coat with flour mixture.
  • Add chicken fingers, a few pieces at a time, to hot oil. Fry 4-5 minutes or until done. Drain on paper towel. Serve with salsa as a dipping sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 221.4 calories, Carbohydrate 10.2 g, Cholesterol 70.5 mg, Fat 6.8 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 26.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 410.5 mg, Sugar 1.8 g

Tips:

  • For a crispy coating, double-coat the chicken fingers in the breadcrumb mixture.
  • To make sure the chicken is cooked through, use a meat thermometer to check that the internal temperature has reached 165°F (74°C).
  • Serve the chicken fingers with your favorite dipping sauce, such as ranch dressing, honey mustard, or barbecue sauce.
  • For a healthier version, bake the chicken fingers instead of frying them.
  • If you don't have buttermilk on hand, you can make your own by adding 1 tablespoon of lemon juice or vinegar to 1 cup of milk and letting it sit for 5 minutes.
  • You can also use chicken breasts or thighs for this recipe. Just be sure to adjust the cooking time accordingly.
  • For a fun twist, try using different flavored bread crumbs, such as Italian bread crumbs or panko bread crumbs.

Conclusion:

These chicken fingers are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. Whether you're serving them as an appetizer, a main course, or a party food, they're sure to be a hit. So next time you're craving something crispy, flavorful, and easy to make, give these chicken fingers a try. You won't be disappointed!

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