Pecan Crusted Oven Baked Chicken Fingers
Serves | 2-4 |
Meal type | Appetizer, Main Dish |
Website | Food Network |
Ingredients
- 1 cup pecans
- 1/2 cup panko bread crumbs
- 2 egg whites
- 1 Tbsp water
- 2 chicken breasts (cut into strips)
spice mixture
- 1 1/4 Tsp paprika
- 1 Tsp salt
- 1 Tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 Tsp black pepper
- 1/2 Tsp chili powder
- 1/2 Tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 Tsp dried thyme
Note
This spice mixture is fantastic sprinkled on veggies and fish and I will sometimes make a double batch to keep some for later. You can also cook up a double batch of chicken fingers and store some in the freezer for an easy and healthy kid-friendly dinner!
Directions
spice mixture | |
1. | Combine all spices and set aside. |
2. | In a food processor, combine pecans, bread crumbs, and 1 tbsp of spice mixture. Pulse until finely ground and combined (a few larger pieces of nuts is okay...I like a bit of texture). Place in a bowl and set aside. |
3. | In a separate bowl, Beat egg whites with water and 2 tsp (remaining) of spice mixture. |
4. | Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Dip chicken strips into egg mixture and then into breadcrumbs. Press down to coat with the breadcrumb mixture. |
5. | Place chicken fingers on a parchment lined baking sheet and bake at 375 for about 15 minutes. |