Low Calorie Chicken Fingers
Crispy and flavorful low calorie chicken fingers made with a light coating of whole wheat breadcrumbs and baked to perfection. A healthier alternative to traditional fried chicken fingers, perfect for a guilt-free snack or meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4
Ingredients
1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch strips
1/2 cup nonfat plain Greek yogurt
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
3/4 cup whole wheat breadcrumbs
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Cooking spray
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and lightly spray with cooking spray.
In a medium bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
Add the chicken strips to the yogurt mixture and toss to coat evenly. Let marinate for 5 minutes.
In a separate shallow dish, mix the whole wheat breadcrumbs and grated Parmesan cheese.
Remove each chicken strip from the yogurt mixture, allowing excess to drip off, then dredge in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
Place the coated chicken fingers on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer.
Lightly spray the tops of the chicken fingers with cooking spray to help them crisp up.
Bake for 18 to 20 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the chicken is cooked through and the coating is golden and crispy.
Remove from the oven and let rest for 2 minutes before serving.