Chicken Fingers With Apple Fries Recipe

Name: Chicken Fingers With Apple Fries
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups apple cider; 2 tablespoons butter or 2 tablespoons non-hydrogenated margarine; 1 teaspoon coarse salt (optional); 4 apples, peeled, cored and cut into 8 wedges per apple (Empire or Spy); 1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme, divided; 1 cup crushed corn flakes; ½ teaspoon salt (optional); 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley; 1 lb chicken breast, sliced into strips; 2 tablespoons chili sauce

Servings: persons

1
In a large saucepan over medium-high heat, boil cider until reduced to 1/3 cup, about 30 minutes (will have a syrupy consistency).
2
Remove from heat; whisk in butter and salt, if using.
3
Preheat oven to 400F In a bowl, toss apples with 2 tablespoons of the glaze and 1/2 tablespoons of the thyme.
4
Arrange in a single layer on a rimmed baking sheet.
5
Set aside.
6
In a bowl, combine cornflake crumbs, salt, if using, and parsley.
7
Dip chicken strips in chili sauce and then coat with corn flakes.
8
Arrange in a single layer on a greased baking sheet.
9
Place chicken in the top third and the apples in the bottom third of the oven.
10
Roast for 10 minutes.
11
Turn chicken, drizzle apples with remaining glaze and switch baking sheets so the apples are now in the top third of oven.
12
Continue to roast for 10 minutes and remove chicken from oven.
13
Let chicken fingers cool while apples finish caramelizing 5-10 minutes more.
14
Sprinkle apples wirth remaining thyme and additional salt if desired.

410

kcal

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups apple cider, 2 tablespoons butter or 2 tablespoons non-hydrogenated margarine, 1 teaspoon coarse salt (optional), 4 apples, peeled, cored and cut into 8 wedges per apple (Empire or Spy), and more.

Yes, Chicken Fingers With Apple Fries falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Chicken Fingers With Apple Fries

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