Goldfish Crusted Chicken Fingers
Elevate your weeknight dinner or snack game with these irresistibly crispy Goldfish Crusted Chicken Fingers! This family-friendly recipe transforms ordinary chicken tenders into a fun and flavorful feast by using crushed Goldfish crackers as a crunchy, cheesy coating. With just 20 minutes of prep time, these oven-baked chicken fingers are a healthier take on a classic favorite, offering golden crispiness without the need for deep frying. Seasoned with a blend of paprika, garlic powder, and a hint of pepper, each bite delivers a perfect balance of bold flavors and tender, juicy chicken. Serve them with your favorite dipping sauce—ranch, honey mustard, or barbecue sauce—and watch them disappear from the plate. Perfect as a kid-approved meal, party appetizer, or game-day snack, these Goldfish Crusted Chicken Fingers are sure to delight!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Chicken tenders
- 4 cups Goldfish crackers (original flavor)
- 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 oil spray
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Lightly spray the parchment paper with cooking oil spray to prevent sticking.
Place the Goldfish crackers in a food processor and pulse until they are finely crushed. Alternatively, you can place the crackers in a resealable plastic bag and crush them with a rolling pin. Transfer the crushed Goldfish crackers to a shallow bowl.
In a second shallow bowl, whisk together the flour, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
In a third shallow bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk until well combined.
Pat the chicken tenders dry with paper towels. Working one at a time, dredge each chicken tender in the flour mixture, coating it evenly and shaking off any excess.
Dip the floured chicken tender into the egg mixture, allowing any excess to drip off.
Finally, coat the chicken tender in the crushed Goldfish crackers, pressing gently to ensure the crumbs adhere evenly.
Place the coated chicken tenders on the prepared baking sheet. Repeat the process with the remaining chicken tenders.
Lightly mist the tops of the chicken tenders with cooking oil spray to help them crisp up while baking.
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F/75°C) and the coating is golden and crispy.
Remove from the oven and let the chicken fingers cool for a few minutes before serving. Serve with your favorite dipping sauce, such as ranch, honey mustard, or barbecue sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3982 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 170.7 g | 219% | |
| Saturated Fat | 35.5 g | 178% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 602 mg | 200% | |
| Sodium | 8060 mg | 350% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 438.0 g | 159% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.2 g | 79% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.5 g | ||
| Protein | 159.9 g | 320% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.4 mcg | 12% | |
| Calcium | 505 mg | 39% | |
| Iron | 20.3 mg | 113% | |
| Potassium | 1955 mg | 42% | |
*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.
