Easy Cheez It Chicken Fingers
Transform your weeknight dinners with these Easy Cheez It Chicken Fingers—a crispy, cheesy twist on a family favorite! Made with tender chicken tenders coated in a seasoned Cheez-It cracker crust, these oven-baked chicken fingers are delightfully crunchy without the mess of frying. With just 15 minutes of prep time, this recipe combines simple ingredients like paprika, garlic powder, and crushed Cheez-Its to create a flavor-packed dish that's perfect for kids and adults alike. Serve these golden-brown creations with your favorite dipping sauces for a quick, crowd-pleasing meal or snack. Ideal for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, these chicken fingers deliver comfort food bliss with every bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound chicken tenders
- 2 cups Cheez-It crackers
- 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- as needed cooking spray
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Lightly spray with cooking spray.
Place Cheez-It crackers in a food processor and pulse until finely ground, or crush them in a zip-top bag using a rolling pin. Transfer crumbs to a shallow dish.
In a second shallow dish, whisk together the flour, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
In a third shallow dish, beat the eggs with the milk until combined.
Pat the chicken tenders dry with paper towels. Dredge each chicken tender in the seasoned flour mixture, shaking off any excess.
Dip the chicken into the egg mixture, allowing any excess to drip off.
Press the chicken into the Cheez-It crumbs, ensuring it is thoroughly coated. Place the coated chicken tenders on the prepared baking sheet.
Lightly spray the tops of the chicken with cooking spray. This helps achieve a golden and crispy crust.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the chicken is cooked through and the coating is crispy and golden brown. The internal temperature of the chicken should reach 165°F (74°C).
Remove the chicken fingers from the oven and let them rest for 2-3 minutes. Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauces!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2916 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 145.1 g | 186% | |
| Saturated Fat | 32.2 g | 161% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 24.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 609 mg | 203% | |
| Sodium | 6395 mg | 278% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 260.5 g | 95% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.7 g | 42% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.4 g | ||
| Protein | 138.0 g | 276% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.4 mcg | 12% | |
| Calcium | 511 mg | 39% | |
| Iron | 21.3 mg | 118% | |
| Potassium | 1849 mg | 39% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
