Low Fat Homemade Zinger Fillet
Indulge in the crispy, flavorful delight of this **Low Fat Homemade Zinger Fillet**, a guilt-free take on the fast-food favorite! Perfectly seasoned with a blend of paprika, cayenne, garlic, and onion powder, these tender chicken fillets are marinated in low-fat buttermilk for maximum juiciness. Coated in whole wheat flour for a healthier crunch and baked to golden perfection—no deep frying needed! With just 15 minutes of prep and a bake time of 20 minutes, this lighter Zinger fillet is ideal for anyone craving a spicy, crispy chicken fix while keeping things nutritious. Pair it with a fresh salad, wrap it in a whole-wheat bun, or enjoy it on its own for a wholesome mealtime treat tailored to your healthy lifestyle!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 240 ml low-fat buttermilk
- 120 g whole wheat flour
- 1 tbsp paprika
- 1 tsp cayenne pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 as needed olive oil cooking spray
Instructions
Begin by slicing each chicken breast into two thinner fillets to ensure even cooking. Pound them lightly to uniform thickness if necessary.
In a bowl, pour the low-fat buttermilk and immerse the chicken fillets, ensuring they are well coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or overnight for best results.
Preheat the oven to 200°C (390°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a shallow dish, combine the whole wheat flour, paprika, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, salt, and baking powder. Mix well to form a seasoned flour mixture.
Remove the chicken from the buttermilk, allowing excess to drip off, and dredge each fillet in the seasoned flour mixture, pressing down to ensure the coating sticks.
Arrange the coated fillets on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they are not touching for even cooking. Lightly spray the fillets with olive oil cooking spray.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes or until the chicken is fully cooked and golden brown on the outside. To achieve extra crispiness, turn them halfway through baking.
Remove from the oven and let the fillets rest for a few minutes before serving.
Serve your low-fat homemade Zinger fillets with a side salad or in a whole-wheat sandwich bun with your favorite low-calorie condiments.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1132 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 18.4 g | 24% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.6 g | 28% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 306 mg | 102% | |
| Sodium | 3343 mg | 145% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 111.1 g | 40% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.5 g | 66% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.8 g | ||
| Protein | 134.1 g | 268% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.3 mcg | 17% | |
| Calcium | 406 mg | 31% | |
| Iron | 10.1 mg | 56% | |
| Potassium | 2015 mg | 43% | |
*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.
