Happy Chicken Sticks
Get ready for a crowd-pleasing appetizer or fun family dinner with these tantalizing "Happy Chicken Sticks"! Juicy, marinated chicken breast strips are infused with the irresistible flavors of soy sauce, honey, garlic, and ginger, then coated in crunchy panko breadcrumbs for the ultimate golden-brown crispiness. Whether baked to perfection or fried for extra indulgence, these chicken skewers are easy to make and bursting with flavor in every bite. Perfect for dipping in sauces like honey mustard or barbecue, these finger-friendly chicken sticks are both kid-approved and party-ready. With minimal prep time and a versatile cooking method, they’re a delightful way to upgrade your snack game!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Chicken breast
- 3 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 1 teaspoon Ginger
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
- 1 cup Panko breadcrumbs
- 1 large Egg
- 10 pieces Wooden skewers
Instructions
Soak the wooden skewers in water for at least 30 minutes to prevent burning during cooking.
Cut the chicken breasts into thin strips, roughly about 1 cm wide and 8-10 cm long.
In a large mixing bowl, prepare the marinade by combining soy sauce, honey, minced garlic, grated ginger, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
Add the chicken strips to the marinade. Toss until evenly coated, cover the bowl, and let them marinate for 20 minutes (you can refrigerate for longer if desired).
Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F) or prepare a frying pan with oil if frying.
Set up a breading station: beat the egg in one bowl, and place the panko breadcrumbs in another shallow bowl.
Thread each marinated chicken strip onto a soaked wooden skewer.
Dip each chicken skewer into the beaten egg, then coat it thoroughly with panko breadcrumbs.
If baking, line a baking sheet with parchment paper and lay the chicken sticks on it. Lightly drizzle or spray with vegetable oil, then bake for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and cooked through.
If frying, heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Fry the chicken sticks in batches for 3-4 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through. Drain on paper towels.
Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauces, such as honey mustard, barbecue sauce, or ranch dressing, and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1414 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 54.1 g | 69% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.2 g | 51% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 21.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 650 mg | 216% | |
| Sodium | 6182 mg | 269% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 81.1 g | 29% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.4 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 38.7 g | ||
| Protein | 159.2 g | 318% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 146 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 7.1 mg | 39% | |
| Potassium | 1781 mg | 38% | |
*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.
