Cajun-Style Chicken Fingers
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Description: These Cajun-style chicken fingers pack a punch of savory flavors with a spicy kick! If you’re not a fan of too much heat, feel free to adjust the amount of pepper in the recipe, but don’t worry, the red pepper won’t leave you gasping for water. These crispy chicken strips are perfect for lunch or snacking, offering a protein-packed treat that’s bursting with Cajun spices.
Recipe Category: Lunch/Snacks
Keywords: Chicken Breast, Chicken, Poultry, Meat, Cajun, High Protein, High In…, Summer, Spicy, < 30 Mins, Stove Top, Easy, Inexpensive
Aggregated Rating: 5 (from 11 reviews)
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 332.8
- Fat Content: 13.1g
- Saturated Fat Content: 2.1g
- Cholesterol Content: 65.8mg
- Sodium Content: 563.7mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 22.1g
- Fiber Content: 1.8g
- Sugar Content: 2.5g
- Protein Content: 30.3g
Ingredients:
- 1 boneless skinless chicken breast
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 2 teaspoons onion powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 – 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
- 1/4 teaspoon white pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 3 tablespoons margarine
Instructions:
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Prepare Chicken: Start by cutting the chicken breast into 1-inch strips or “fingers” approximately 3 inches in length.
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Marinate Chicken: In a bowl, mix together olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, dried thyme, salt, cayenne pepper, white pepper, and black pepper. Add the chicken strips to the bowl and coat them well with the marinade. Allow the chicken to marinate for at least 20 minutes, ensuring each strip is thoroughly coated.
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Coat with Breadcrumbs: After marinating, coat each chicken finger with breadcrumbs, shaking off any excess. Place the coated chicken fingers on a plate, ready for frying.
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Fry Chicken: In a skillet, heat margarine over medium heat. Once hot, add the chicken fingers to the skillet. Cook until each side is golden brown and crispy, which typically takes about 5 minutes per side. If needed, add more margarine to the skillet to prevent sticking and enhance crispiness.
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Drain and Serve: Once cooked, remove the chicken fingers from the skillet and drain them on paper towels to remove excess oil. Serve the Cajun-style chicken fingers hot, optionally accompanied by Tabasco sauce for an extra spicy kick.
These Cajun-style chicken fingers are sure to tantalize your taste buds with their savory flavors and fiery spices. Whether you’re enjoying them as a quick lunch or a flavorful snack, these crispy delights are bound to be a hit with family and friends. So go ahead, indulge in these irresistible treats and savor every spicy bite!
