Best 6 Crunchy Honey Roasted Chicken Fingers Recipes

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**Introducing Crunchy Honey Roasted Chicken Fingers: A Culinary Delight for All Occasions**

Craving a delectable appetizer or a satisfying main course that tantalizes your taste buds? Look no further than Crunchy Honey Roasted Chicken Fingers, a culinary masterpiece that combines crispy textures, savory flavors, and a touch of sweetness. This versatile dish can be enjoyed as a standalone snack, paired with your favorite dipping sauce, or incorporated into a wholesome meal.

With three irresistible recipes featured in this article, you'll have the flexibility to create Crunchy Honey Roasted Chicken Fingers that cater to your unique preferences. The classic recipe offers a straightforward approach, using simple ingredients and a foolproof method to achieve golden-brown, finger-licking chicken fingers.

For those seeking a bold and flavorful twist, the spicy honey roasted chicken fingers recipe incorporates a blend of chili powder, cayenne pepper, and paprika, resulting in a delightful heat that complements the sweetness of the honey glaze.

And if you're looking for a healthier alternative, the air fryer honey roasted chicken fingers recipe utilizes an air fryer to achieve a crispy exterior and juicy interior, all while reducing fat and calories.

No matter which recipe you choose, you'll be rewarded with a delectable treat that's perfect for parties, potlucks, or a cozy family dinner. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven or air fryer, and embark on a culinary journey that will leave your taste buds craving more.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

CRUNCHY CEREAL CHICKEN FINGERS



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 30m

Yield 2 to 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

Vegetable oil, for frying
1 cup all-purpose flour
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 large egg, beaten
2 cups crunchy sweetened cereal, such as Cap'n Crunch
2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch strips
1/2 cup ketchup
1/4 cup applesauce
2 dashes Worcestershire sauce

Steps:

  • Heat 1/4 inch of oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Put the flour in a shallow bowl and add some salt and pepper. Put the egg in a second shallow bowl. Put the cereal in a resealable plastic bag and pound into crumbs with your hands until mostly broken up with some bigger pieces. Transfer the cereal to a third shallow bowl.
  • Dip the chicken strips first in the flour, then the egg and then the cereal. Cook the strips in batches until golden brown and cooked through, 5 to 7 minutes. Drain on paper towels.
  • Stir together the ketchup, applesauce and Worcestershire sauce in a small bowl. Serve as a dip with the chicken fingers.

CRISPY OVEN BAKED CHICKEN TENDERS



Crispy Oven Baked Chicken Tenders image

Recipe video above. Beautifully golden, truly crunchy baked chicken tenders! The trick is to toast the breadcrumbs before coating the chicken. See recipe notes for pictured Honey Mustard Dipping sauce.

Provided by Nagi | RecipeTin Eats

Categories     Baked     Chicken     Crumbed

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 1/2 cups panko breadcrumbs ((Note 1))
Oil spray
1 egg
1 tbsp mayonnaise
1 1/2 tbsp dijon mustard ((or other mustard))
2 tbsp flour
1/2 tsp salt
Black pepper
500 g/1 lb chicken tenderloins ((or breast cut into 2/3" / 1.5cm thick slices, lengthwise))
Oil spray

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 200C/390F.
  • Spread panko on a baking tray, spray with oil (spray vertically to avoid blowing the panko off the tray), then bake for 3 to 5 minutes until light golden. Transfer to bowl.
  • Place a rack on a baking tray (not critical but bakes more evenly).
  • Place the Batter ingredients in a bowl and whisk with a fork until combined.
  • Add the chicken into the Batter and toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 248 g, Calories 416 kcal, Carbohydrate 29 g, Protein 42 g, Fat 12 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Cholesterol 163 mg, Sodium 973 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 2 g

CRISPY CHICKEN FINGERS



Crispy Chicken Fingers image

Use panko to coat these strips of chicken breast, then dip them in your favorite sauce.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 25m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 cup milk
1 pinch cayenne pepper
4 large eggs
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 cups panko breadcrumbs
Vegetable oil, for shallow frying
Honey mustard, spicy ketchup and/or ranch dressing, for serving

Steps:

  • Cut the chicken lengthwise into 3/4-inch-wide strips. Put the flour in a shallow dish. Whisk the milk, cayenne, eggs and a pinch of salt and pepper in another shallow dish until combined. Put the breadcrumbs in a third shallow dish.
  • Dredge the chicken fingers in the flour, shaking off the excess, then dip into the egg mixture, and finally coat with the panko breadcrumbs, pressing to help adhere well. Set aside on a piece of wax paper or a baking sheet.
  • Heat about 1/2 inch of oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Working in batches, fry the chicken fingers, turning occasionally, until golden brown and cooked through, about 3 minutes. Transfer the chicken fingers to a paper towel-lined plate to drain and season with salt. Serve with honey mustard, spicy ketchup and/or ranch dressing for dipping.

CRISPY BAKED HONEY-GARLIC CHICKEN



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Crispy, oven-baked chicken nuggets drizzled in an amazingly sweet and spicy honey-garlic sauce. Great served over salad or rice, or with a side of veggies. Garnish with sesame seeds and parsley if desired.

Provided by D Kitchen

Categories     Baked Chicken Breasts

Time 40m

Yield 3

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 large eggs, beaten
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 ½ cups panko bread crumbs
3 (5 ounce) boneless, skinless chicken breast halves, cut into 1-inch pieces
¼ cup honey
¼ cup soy sauce
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon Sriracha sauce

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Place beaten egg in a shallow dish and season with salt and pepper. Place bread crumbs in another shallow dish.
  • Dunk each piece of chicken in the beaten egg mixture, then coat well with bread crumbs. Transfer breaded chicken on the prepared baking sheet and repeat the process with remaining chicken.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until golden and no longer pink in the centers, about 20 minutes.
  • While the chicken is baking, combine honey, soy sauce, garlic, and Sriracha in a small saucepan over medium heat; bring to a boil. Reduce to heat and simmer for 3 to 4 minutes, stirring every so often.
  • Remove cooked chicken from the oven and transfer to a shallow dish. Pour the sauce over top and toss until all chicken pieces are well coated.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 445 calories, Carbohydrate 64.1 g, Cholesterol 204.5 mg, Fat 8.5 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 40.8 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, Sodium 1796.6 mg, Sugar 23.8 g

OVEN CHICKEN FINGERS



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Oven Chicken Fingers are tender, golden strips of breaded chicken with two tempting sauces for dipping. The recipe comes from Mary Peterson of Charlestown, Rhode Island.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 35m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 cup Italian bread crumbs
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
1 garlic clove, minced
1/4 cup vegetable oil
6 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (5 ounces each)
1/4 cup sugar
2 teaspoons cornstarch
1/2 cup fresh or frozen cranberries
1/2 cup orange juice
1/4 cup water
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1 cup water, divided
1/2 cup honey
1/4 cup prepared mustard

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°. In a shallow dish, combine bread crumbs and Parmesan cheese; set aside. In a small bowl, combine garlic and oil. Flatten chicken to 1/2-in. thickness; cut into 1-in. wide strips. Dip strips in oil; coat with crumb mixture. Place on a greased baking sheet. Bake until golden brown, 20-25 minutes. , Meanwhile, combine sugar and cornstarch in a saucepan. Add cranberries, orange juice and water; bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly. Cook and stir 2-3 minutes more, crushing berries while stirring. For honey mustard sauce, dissolve cornstarch in 1 tablespoon water in a saucepan. Add honey, mustard and remaining water; bring to a boil over medium heat. Boil for 1 minute, stirring constantly. Serve with chicken for dipping.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 458 calories, Fat 14g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 80mg cholesterol, Sodium 490mg sodium, Carbohydrate 52g carbohydrate (35g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 32g protein.

BAKED HONEY CHICKEN TENDERS RECIPE



Baked Honey Chicken Tenders Recipe image

With a great recipe using a combination of honey and soy sauce you will create the best sweet and sticky baked honey chicken tenders you have ever had.

Provided by Camille Beckstrand

Categories     Main Course

Time 1h40m

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breast tenders
1/3 cup honey
1/4 cup soy sauce
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1 teaspoon minced garlic
2 Tablespoons dried minced onions
4 green onions

Steps:

  • Spray a 9 x 13 inch baking pan with non-stick cooking spray.
  • Arrange chicken tenders in single layer in pan.
  • In a medium-sized bowl, mix together honey, soy sauce, ginger, garlic, and dried onions. Pour mixture over chicken. Cover pan with plastic wrap and let marinate in fridge for about an hour (I let mine marinate for about 3 hours), turning chicken once, about half way through marinating time.
  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees.
  • Remove chicken from fridge, discard plastic wrap, and bake chicken for about 20 minutes.
  • Remove chicken from oven, turn chicken pieces over, top with sliced green onions, and return to oven and bake for 10 more minutes (or until chicken is no longer pink and juices run clear).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 246 kcal, Carbohydrate 18 g, Protein 34 g, Fat 4 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Cholesterol 97 mg, Sodium 718 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 16 g, ServingSize 1 serving

Tips:

  • Use fresh chicken fingers: Fresh chicken fingers will yield the best results. If using frozen chicken fingers, be sure to thaw them completely before cooking.
  • Marinate the chicken fingers in honey: Marinating the chicken fingers in honey will help to tenderize them and give them a delicious flavor. You can also add other spices and herbs to the marinade, such as garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, or chili powder.
  • Coat the chicken fingers in cornstarch: Coating the chicken fingers in cornstarch will help them to get crispy. You can also use flour or breadcrumbs, but cornstarch will give you the best results.
  • Shallow fry the chicken fingers in hot oil: Shallow frying the chicken fingers in hot oil will help them to cook evenly and get crispy. Be sure to use a large skillet or Dutch oven so that the chicken fingers have plenty of room to cook.
  • Drain the chicken fingers on paper towels: Once the chicken fingers are cooked, drain them on paper towels to remove any excess oil.
  • Serve the chicken fingers with your favorite dipping sauce: Chicken fingers can be served with a variety of dipping sauces, such as honey mustard, barbecue sauce, or ranch dressing.

Conclusion:

Crunchy honey-roasted chicken fingers are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or main course. They are perfect for parties or potlucks, and they are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can make these delicious chicken fingers at home. So what are you waiting for? Give this recipe a try today!

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