Chicken fingers are crispy, golden-fried strips of chicken coated in a flavorful batter. Perfect as a snack, appetizer, or party dish, these crunchy delights pair wonderfully with dips like ketchup, mayo, or honey mustard.
Ingredients
For the Chicken:
- 500g boneless chicken mince
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- 1 egg
For the Coating:
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cornflour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp red chili powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- Oil, for deep frying
Instructions
1. Marinate the Chicken
- In a bowl, mix chicken mince with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, paprika, lemon juice.
- Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes for better flavor.
- place the whisk egg in a separate plate.
2. Prepare the Coating
- In another bowl, mix all-purpose flour, cornflour, baking powder, red chili powder, and salt.
- Place breadcrumbs in a separate plate.
3. Coat the Chicken
- Take some chicken and shape it like finger equally.
- Dredge each chicken finger in the flour mixture, ensuring an even coating
- Dip back into the egg mixture, then coat with breadcrumbs for extra crispiness.
4. Fry the Chicken Fingers
- Heat oil in a deep pan over medium heat to 175°C (350°F).
- Fry the chicken fingers in batches until golden brown and crispy, about 4-5 minutes per batch.
- Remove and place on paper towels to drain excess oil.
5. Serve
- Serve hot with ketchup, garlic mayo, or honey mustard dip.
Tips
- Double coat the chicken for an extra crispy texture.
- Use good breadcrumbs for a lighter, crunchier coating.
- Bake or air-fry at 200°C (400°F) for 15-18 minutes for a healthier version.
Nutrition Chart for Chicken Fingers (per serving, approximately 4 servings)
• Calories —————— 320 kcal
• Total Fat —————— 15 g
• Cholesterol ————— 100 mg
• Sodium ——————– 450 mg
• Total Carbohydrates — 28 g
• Protein ——————— 25 g
• Sugar ———————— 1 g
• Fiber ———————— 2 g
Note: These values are approximate and may vary depending on the ingredients used and portion size.