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Skinny chicken fingers recipe

7y By Ntwenhle Gcabashe

Need healthy comfort food? Why not try out these skinny chicken fingers which can be enjoyed as a snack or packed for lunch. They are great for kids as well, so why not make add it to their lunch bags.

Skinny chicken fingers recipe

How long it will take you

Prep time: 15 minutes
Cooking time: 25 minutes
Serves: 4

What you’ll need

  • 4 chicken breasts, skinless and cut into strips
  • 2 tablespoons cake flour
  • 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
  • 4 tablespoons breadcrumbs
  • 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese, grated
  • 1 egg, beaten
  • Spicy mayonnaise, for serving
  • Lemon slices, for serving

How to make it

  1. Preheat oven to 200˚C.
  2. Mix flour and paprika in a bowl. Set aside.
  3. In a separate bowl, mix breadcrumbs and cheese.
  4. Coat chicken pieces with flour mixture. Dip into egg and coat with breadcrumbs mixture.
  5. Place into a baking tray and bake for 20–25 minutes.
  6. Serve with mayonnaise and lemon slices.

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