Easy Chicken Fingers Recipe – A Crispy and Juicy Snack

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

1. In a bowl, mix chicken mince with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, paprika, lemon juice.
2. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes for better flavor.
3. place the whisk egg in a separate plate.

2. Prepare the Coating

1. In another bowl, mix all-purpose flour, cornflour, baking powder, red chili powder, and salt.
2. Place breadcrumbs in a separate plate.

3. Coat the Chicken

1. Take some chicken and shape it like finger equally.
2. Dredge each chicken finger in the flour mixture, ensuring an even coating
3. Dip back into the egg mixture, then coat with breadcrumbs for extra crispiness.

4. Fry the Chicken Fingers

1. Heat oil in a deep pan over medium heat to 175°C (350°F).
2. Fry the chicken fingers in batches until golden brown and crispy, about 4-5 minutes per batch.
3. Remove and place on paper towels to drain excess oil.

5. Serve

1. 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.