Blackened Chicken Fingers with Wango Tango Sauce 🍗🔥
Introduction:
These fiery little friends are great for race days, tailgate parties, and Sunday afternoon playoffs. Not suitable for synchronized water ballet get-togethers, though. After the last touch of oil is added, they could be char-grilled if you don’t want to heat the oven.
Ingredients:
| Ingredients | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Boneless skinless chicken breasts | 1 1/2 |
| Paprika | 3/4 |
| Chili powder | 1 |
| Salt | 3/4 |
| Black pepper | 1 |
| Garlic | 1 |
| Onion powder | 2 |
| Cumin | 1 |
| Cayenne pepper | 1 |
| Sour cream | 1 |
| Black pepper | 1 |
| Lime | 2 |
| Blue cheese | 1 |
| Celery leaves | 1/2 |
| Green onions | 1 |
| Cilantro | 1 |
Nutrition Facts (per serving):
- Calories: 545.5
- Fat Content: 40.8g
- Saturated Fat Content: 14.2g
- Cholesterol Content: 111.4mg
- Sodium Content: 1761.6mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 16.1g
- Fiber Content: 6.5g
- Sugar Content: 3.6g
- Protein Content: 32g
Recipe Instructions:
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Marinate Chicken: Begin by marinating the chicken in the oil and hot sauce while blending the blackening spices.
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Prepare Sauce: In a separate bowl, whisk together sour cream and dressing with the last 5 ingredients (lime, blue cheese, celery leaves, green onions, and cilantro) to create the tantalizing Wango Tango Sauce.
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Coat Chicken Strips: Roll each chicken strip in the dry mix (paprika, chili powder, salt, black pepper, garlic, onion powder, cumin, and cayenne pepper) one at a time, ensuring each strip is evenly coated.
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Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit.
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Arrange on Baking Sheet: Place the coated chicken strips on a non-stick cookie sheet, making sure not to layer them to ensure even cooking.
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Bake: Spray the tops of the chicken tenders with a non-stick spray like “Pam,” or lightly brush them with oil. Bake them in the top half of your preheated oven for 10-15 minutes, or until they are cooked through and beautifully blackened.
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Serve: Once done, let the chicken fingers cool for a moment, then arrange them on a platter with the mouthwatering Wango Tango Sauce served in the middle for dipping.
These blackened chicken fingers are sure to be a hit at your next gathering, bringing a perfect balance of heat and flavor to any occasion! Enjoy the game with this deliciously fiery treat. 🎉🍗
