Loaded Mediterranean Chicken Fingers
Loaded Mediterranean Chicken Fingers - A Delicious Twist on Classic Chicken Fingers
Loaded Mediterranean Chicken Fingers are a mouth-watering appetizer that will leave your taste buds craving for more. These crispy chicken fingers are loaded with Mediterranean flavors and are perfect for any occasion. The dish is made with a combination of chicken, spices, and herbs that are sure to tantalize your taste buds.
Ingredients (Serves 4):
- 1 lb. boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp. garlic powder
- 2 tsp. dried oregano
- 1 tsp. paprika
- 1 tsp. salt
- 1/2 tsp. black pepper
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
- 1/4 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes
- 1/4 cup chopped Kalamata olives
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
Cooking Tips:
- To make the chicken fingers extra crispy, use panko breadcrumbs instead of regular breadcrumbs.
- Make sure to season the chicken with salt and pepper before coating it with flour.
- Use a non-stick baking sheet to prevent the chicken fingers from sticking to the pan.
Instructions:
1. Preheat the oven to 400°F.
2. In a shallow dish, mix together the flour, garlic powder, oregano, paprika, salt, and pepper.
3. In another shallow dish, beat the eggs.
4. In a third shallow dish, mix together the panko breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, basil, sun-dried tomatoes, Kalamata olives, and feta cheese.
5. Dip each chicken strip into the flour mixture, then the egg mixture, and finally the breadcrumb mixture, pressing the breadcrumbs onto the chicken to ensure they stick.
6. Place the chicken fingers on a non-stick baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
7. Serve the Loaded Mediterranean Chicken Fingers with your favorite dipping sauce and enjoy!
Appearance and Taste:
Loaded Mediterranean Chicken Fingers are a beautiful golden brown color with a crispy texture on the outside and tender, juicy chicken on the inside. The combination of herbs, spices, and Mediterranean ingredients gives the dish a unique and delicious flavor that is sure to impress. The dish is perfect as an appetizer or a main course and is sure to be a crowd-pleaser.
Type of Dish: Appetizer
Main Ingredients: Chicken, Panko Breadcrumbs, Mediterranean Herbs and Spices
