Kid-Friendly Chicken Fingers Recipe

Name: Kid-Friendly Chicken Fingers
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb. chicken tenders; 1 cup low-fat buttermilk; 1 teaspoon salt, divided; 1 teaspoon pepper, divided; 1/2 box shredded wheat cereal, crushed (cornflakes or textured soy protein can be substituted); 1/2 cup Dijon mustard; 1/2 cup honey; 1 cup light sour cream or non-fat Greek yogurt; 1 tablespoon packaged ranch dressing seasoning; Canola oil

Servings: persons

1 lb. chicken tenders
1 cup low-fat buttermilk
1 teaspoon salt, divided
1 teaspoon pepper, divided
1/2 box shredded wheat cereal, crushed (cornflakes or textured soy protein can be substituted)
1/2 cup Dijon mustard
1/2 cup honey
1 cup light sour cream or non-fat Greek yogurt
1 tablespoon packaged ranch dressing seasoning
Canola oil

1
Combine the buttermilk, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper.
2
Marinate the chicken tenders for minimum of 1-2 hours.
3
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. In a flat dish pour 1/2 box of crushed shredded wheat.
4
Season with remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper.
5
Mix well to combine.
6
Dredge chicken tenders in the shredded wheat and place onto a baking sheet.
7
Lightly spray tenders on all sides with canola oil.
8
Bake at 400 degrees F for approximately 15-18 minutes.
9
In a small bowl combine mustard and honey.
10
In a separate bowl, mix sour cream and ranch seasoning.
11
Remove chicken tenders from oven and place on platter.
12
Serve with dipping sauces.

764

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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: 1 lb. chicken tenders, 1 cup low-fat buttermilk, 1 teaspoon salt, divided, 1 teaspoon pepper, divided, and more.

Yes, Kid-Friendly Chicken Fingers 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.

Kid-Friendly Chicken Fingers

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