Finger Licking Fingers: Crispy and Delicious Chicken Strips Recipe

Who can resist the allure of crispy, golden chicken fingers? This recipe for Finger Licking Fingers is designed to satisfy your cravings for a tasty and crunchy chicken treat. Perfect for a quick lunch, dinner, or even a snack, these chicken strips are easy to make and incredibly delicious. In this post, we’ll walk you through the steps of creating these delightful chicken strips, answer common questions, and provide tips for making the best air fryer chicken fingers.

Ingredients

• 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 cup buttermilk
• Salt and black pepper, to taste
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 cups corn chips, crushed
• 1 tablespoon taco seasoning
• Sour cream ranch dip

Directions

1. Preheat the Air Fryer:
   • Preheat your air fryer to 400 degrees F (204 degrees C). Preheating ensures the chicken strips cook evenly and become crispy.
2. Prepare the Chicken:
   • Pound the chicken breasts with a meat mallet until they are an even thickness. This helps them cook uniformly.
   • Cut the pounded chicken breasts into strips of your desired size.
3. Prepare the Coatings:
   • In a bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, salt, and black pepper.
   • Place the flour in a separate shallow bowl.
   • In a third bowl, mix the crushed corn chips and taco seasoning.
4. Coat the Chicken Strips:
   • Dip each chicken strip into the flour, shaking off any excess.
   • Then dip the floured chicken strip into the buttermilk mixture, allowing any excess to drip off.
   • Finally, coat the chicken strip in the corn chip mixture, pressing lightly to ensure the coating sticks.
5. Air Fry the Chicken Strips:
   • Grease the air fryer basket with oil spray to prevent sticking.
   • Arrange the coated chicken strips in the basket in a single layer, making sure they do not overlap.
   • Cook at 400 degrees F (204 degrees C) for 16 minutes, flipping halfway through to ensure even cooking.
6. Serve:
   • Once cooked, serve the chicken strips hot with a side of sour cream ranch dip for a delightful meal or snack.

Nutrition Facts

• Servings: 2
• Calories: 1733
• Total Fat: 74.8g (96% DV)
• Saturated Fat: 12.6g (63% DV)
• Cholesterol: 207mg (69% DV)
• Sodium: 1545mg (67% DV)
• Total Carbohydrate: 178.4g (65% DV)
• Dietary Fiber: 12.2g (44% DV)
• Total Sugars: 8.3g
• Protein: 88.1g

Finger licking Fingers

Joy W. Roby

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 16 minutes mins

Servings 2 people

Calories 1733 kcal

Ingredients

  

• 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts
• 1 cup buttermilk
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 cups corn chips crushed
• 1 tablespoon taco seasoning
• Sour cream ranch dip

Instructions

 

• Preheat the air fryer to 400 degrees F
• Pound well the chicken breasts with a meat mallet
• Then cut it into strips.
• Take a bowl and whisk buttermilk, salt, and pepper.
• Put the flour in a separate shallow bowl.
• Take a third bowl and mix corn chips and taco seasoning
• Dip chicken in flour; shake off excess
• Then Dip in buttermilk, then in corn chip mixture.
• Arrange chicken into air fryer basket greased with oil spray.
• Cook for 16 minutes, flipping halfway through.
• Serve with ranch dip.

Notes

Nutrition Facts
Servings: 2
Amount per serving
Calories 1733
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 74.8g 96%
Saturated Fat 12.6g 63%
Cholesterol 207mg 69%
Sodium 1545mg 67%
Total Carbohydrate 178.4g 65%
Dietary Fiber 12.2g 44%
Total Sugars 8.3g
Protein 88.1g

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. Can I use different types of chips for coating? Yes, you can experiment with different types of chips for coating the chicken strips. Try using potato chips, tortilla chips, or even flavored chips to add a unique twist to your chicken fingers.

2. What’s the best dip to serve with chicken fingers? Sour cream ranch dip is a classic choice, but you can also serve these chicken fingers with honey mustard, barbecue sauce, or a spicy aioli. Choose your favorite dip to complement the flavors.

3. How do I ensure the chicken fingers are crispy? To ensure your chicken fingers are crispy, make sure the air fryer is preheated, and the chicken strips are arranged in a single layer without overlapping. Also, flipping the strips halfway through cooking helps achieve even crispiness.

4. Can I bake these chicken fingers instead of air frying? Yes, you can bake these chicken fingers in the oven. Preheat your oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C), place the coated chicken strips on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, and bake for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through.

5. How can I make these chicken fingers healthier? To make these chicken fingers healthier, you can use whole wheat flour instead of all-purpose flour and opt for baked corn chips instead of regular ones. Additionally, you can reduce the amount of salt and use a low-fat dip.

Tips for Making Perfect Chicken Fingers

1. Using Buttermilk:

• Buttermilk helps tenderize the chicken and adds a subtle tangy flavor. If you don’t have buttermilk, you can make a substitute by mixing 1 cup of milk with 1 tablespoon of lemon juice or vinegar and letting it sit for 10 minutes.

2. Crushing the Corn Chips:

• For the best texture, crush the corn chips finely but leave some slightly larger pieces for added crunch. You can crush the chips in a food processor or place them in a zip-top bag and crush them with a rolling pin.

3. Seasoning Options:

• Feel free to customize the seasoning to your liking. Add spices like paprika, garlic powder, or cayenne pepper to the flour or corn chip mixture for an extra kick of flavor.

4. Cooking in Batches:

• If you’re making a larger batch, cook the chicken fingers in batches to avoid overcrowding the air fryer basket. This ensures each strip cooks evenly and becomes crispy.

5. Storing and Reheating:

• Store any leftover chicken fingers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, place them in the air fryer at 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) for 5-7 minutes until heated through and crispy.

Variations and Serving Suggestions

1. Spicy Chicken Fingers:

• Add some heat by mixing hot sauce into the buttermilk or adding cayenne pepper to the corn chip mixture. Serve with a cooling ranch dip to balance the spiciness.

2. Parmesan-Crusted Chicken Fingers:

• Mix grated Parmesan cheese with the crushed corn chips for an extra cheesy and flavorful coating. Serve with marinara sauce for a tasty Italian twist.

3. Asian-Inspired Chicken Fingers:

• Use panko breadcrumbs instead of corn chips and add soy sauce and ginger to the buttermilk mixture. Serve with a side of sweet chili sauce or soy dipping sauce.

4. Gluten-Free Chicken Fingers:

• For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free flour and gluten-free chips. Ensure all other ingredients, like the taco seasoning, are also gluten-free.

5. Kid-Friendly Meal:

• Serve these chicken fingers with a side of carrot and celery sticks, apple slices, and a small cup of ketchup or honey mustard for a kid-friendly meal.

Conclusion

Finger Licking Fingers are a delightful, crispy treat that’s perfect for any occasion. This air fryer chicken fingers recipe is easy to follow and guarantees delicious results every time. By following the tips and variations provided, you can customize the recipe to suit your preferences and dietary needs. Whether you’re cooking for yourself, your family, or guests, these chicken fingers are sure to be a hit. Enjoy them hot with your favorite dip and savor the incredible flavors of this finger-licking good dish!

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