Best 4 Healthier Crispy Chicken Fingers With Honey Mustard Sauce Recipes
Indulge in a delightful culinary experience with our irresistible healthier crispy chicken fingers, masterfully crafted to tantalize your taste buds. This delectable dish features tender, succulent chicken strips enveloped in a golden-brown, crispy coating, achieving the perfect balance of flavors and textures. Accompanied by a luscious honey mustard sauce, each bite promises a symphony of sweet, tangy, and savory notes that will leave you craving more. Our healthier version utilizes wholesome ingredients and mindful cooking techniques, allowing you to enjoy this classic comfort food without compromising your well-being. With this comprehensive guide, we'll take you through the step-by-step process of preparing these crispy chicken fingers and the accompanying honey mustard sauce, ensuring a hassle-free and rewarding cooking experience. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey that will redefine your perception of healthier indulgence.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
CRISPY CHICKEN FINGERS
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
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.
HONEY MUSTARD CHICKEN TENDERS
Easy Honey Mustard Chicken Tenders. Crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside with a creamy honey mustard sauce. Simple, healthy, and a family favorite!
Provided by Erin Clarke / Well Plated
Categories Main Course
Time 55m
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- For the Honey Mustard Chicken Tenders: In a large bowl, combine 1 tablespoon salt, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, 1/2 teaspoon onion powder, and 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder in a large bowl. Add the buttermilk and honey and whisk until well combined. Add the chicken tenders, toss to coat, then let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes. (Do not allow to sit longer, or the chicken will become too salty.)
- In a large, shallow dish (a 9x13-inch pan works well), combine the Panko breadcrumbs and remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, 1/2 teaspoon onion powder, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder. Drizzle the oil over the top, then toss to moisten.
- In a second shallow dish, whisk together the egg whites and mustard.
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Line a rimmed baking sheet with foil, then place an ovenproof wire rack on top of it. Coat the rack with cooking spray.
- Arrange the bowls in a line from left to right as follows: egg white dish; Panko breadcrumbs; baking sheet. Working with a few pieces of chicken at a time, with your left hand, remove the chicken from the marinade and shake off any excess (this is the "wet" hand). Still with your left hand, dip the chicken into egg mixture, turning to coat all sides, then place in breadcrumb mixture. With your right hand (the "dry" hand), pat the chicken on all sides with the breadcrumbs, pressing them on lightly so that the chicken is well coated. Still with your dry hand, place the chicken on the baking sheet, leaving a little space between each. Repeat for remaining tenders.
- Bake the chicken until golden brown and the juices run clear, 15-20 minutes.
- While the chicken bakes, stir the dip ingredients together in a small bowl: Greek yogurt, Dijon, honey, and salt. Taste and add additional honey as desired. Serve chicken hot or at room temperature with the dip.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 3 chicken strips with 3 tablespoons sauce, Calories 412 kcal, Carbohydrate 35 g, Protein 46 g, Fat 1 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Cholesterol 107 mg, Sodium 496 mg, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 6 g
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.
Tips:
- For crispier chicken fingers, make sure to use a combination of flour, cornstarch, and bread crumbs in the coating. The flour will help the coating adhere to the chicken, the cornstarch will add crispiness, and the bread crumbs will provide a golden brown color.
- Don't overcrowd the chicken fingers in the pan when frying. This will prevent them from cooking evenly and becoming soggy.
- To make the honey mustard sauce, use a combination of honey, Dijon mustard, mayonnaise, and a touch of garlic powder. This will create a sweet and tangy sauce that pairs perfectly with the crispy chicken fingers.
- Serve the chicken fingers with a variety of dipping sauces, such as ranch dressing, barbecue sauce, or ketchup.
Conclusion:
These healthier crispy chicken fingers with honey mustard sauce are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or main course. They're perfect for a party or a family meal, and they're sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. So next time you're looking for a tasty and satisfying snack, give these chicken fingers a try. You won't be disappointed!
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