Chicken Fingers – Buffalo Style ๐๐ฅ
Description: Hot! Hot! Nummy! Nummy! Dive into these Buffalo-style Chicken Fingers that are not only spicy and flavorful but also incredibly easy to make. Perfect for a quick lunch or snack, these crispy delights will surely become a family favorite!
- Cook Time: 2 hours 20 minutes
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 45 minutes
- Recipe Category: Lunch/Snacks
- Keywords: Chicken Breast, Poultry, Canadian, High Protein, Kid Friendly, Spicy, Weeknight, Oven, Freezer, Easy
Ingredients:
Ingredients | Quantities |
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Parsley | 1 bunch |
Salt | 1 teaspoon |
Boneless, skinless chicken breast | 1 pound |
Water | 1/4 cup |
Celery rib | 1 |
Crushed corn flakes | 2 cups |
Tabasco sauce | 1-2 teaspoons |
Blue cheese dressing | 1/3 cup |
Additional blue cheese dressing | For dipping |
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 84.5
- Fat Content: 4g
- Saturated Fat Content: 0.8g
- Cholesterol Content: 23.1mg
- Sodium Content: 174.8mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 2.6g
- Fiber Content: 0.1g
- Sugar Content: 0.5g
- Protein Content: 9.2g
Instructions:
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Prepare the Crumb Mixture:
- In a shallow bowl or pie plate, combine the crushed corn flakes, chopped parsley, and salt. Mix well and set aside.
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Prepare the Chicken:
- Cut the chicken breasts into strips, approximately 3/4 inch wide and 3 inches long.
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Prepare the Marinade:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine 1/3 cup of blue cheese dressing, water, and Tabasco sauce. Stir until well mixed.
- Add the chicken strips to the bowl, ensuring they are fully coated in the marinade.
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Coat the Chicken:
- Roll each chicken strip individually in the prepared crumb mixture, ensuring they are evenly coated.
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Freeze the Chicken Strips:
- Place the coated chicken strips on a foil-lined baking sheet and freeze until firm, approximately 2 hours.
- Once frozen, transfer the chicken strips to a freezer container, ensuring they are stored in a single layer. Cover and freeze for up to 1 month.
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Bake the Chicken:
- Preheat the oven to 425ยฐF (220ยฐC).
- Lightly grease a 15x10x1 baking pan.
- Arrange the frozen chicken strips in a single layer in the prepared baking pan.
- Bake for 18 to 20 minutes, or until the chicken is no longer pink in the center and the crumbs are golden brown.
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Serve and Enjoy:
- Serve the Buffalo-style Chicken Fingers warm, accompanied by celery sticks and additional blue cheese dressing for dipping.
Tips:
- For an extra kick of heat, increase the amount of Tabasco sauce in the marinade.
- Make a large batch of chicken fingers and freeze them for quick and convenient snacks or meals.
- Customize the recipe by adjusting the level of spiciness to suit your taste preferences.
Final Thoughts:
These Buffalo-style Chicken Fingers are a delightful combination of spicy, crunchy, and flavorful goodness that will tantalize your taste buds with every bite. Whether served as a snack, appetizer, or main course, they are sure to be a hit with family and friends alike. So go ahead, whip up a batch of these mouthwatering chicken fingers and indulge in their irresistible charm! ๐๐ฅ