Nutty Chicken Strips with Honey Yogurt Dipping Sauce
Crispy, savory, and irresistibly nutty, these Nutty Chicken Strips with Honey Yogurt Dipping Sauce are a delicious twist on classic chicken tenders. Coated in a crunchy blend of breadcrumbs and finely chopped mixed nuts—like almonds, peanuts, and cashews—each bite offers a satisfying texture and a boost of nutty flavor. Seasoned with garlic, smoked paprika, and black pepper, these baked chicken strips are perfectly spiced and guilt-free thanks to the oven-baked preparation. Pair them with the creamy honey yogurt dipping sauce, a delightful balance of tangy Greek yogurt, sweet honey, and a splash of zesty lemon juice. Ready in just 40 minutes, this recipe is perfect for an easy weeknight dinner or a crowd-pleasing appetizer. Garnish with fresh parsley for a burst of color and serve warm—your family and guests will keep coming back for more!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces Chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 cup All-purpose flour
- 2 large Eggs
- 2 tablespoons Milk
- 1 cup Breadcrumbs
- 0.75 cup Mixed nuts (almonds, peanuts, cashews, etc.)
- optional Olive oil cooking spray
- 0.5 cup Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 1 teaspoon Lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with olive oil.
Slice the chicken breasts into thin, evenly sized strips. Set aside.
In a small bowl, combine salt, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and black pepper. Sprinkle the seasoning mixture over the chicken strips, ensuring even coverage.
Place the flour in a shallow dish. In another shallow dish, whisk the eggs and milk together. Finally, in a third shallow dish, mix the breadcrumbs and finely chopped mixed nuts.
Coat each chicken strip by first dredging it in the flour, then dipping it into the egg mixture, and finally pressing it into the breadcrumb-nut mixture to coat thoroughly. Place the coated strips on the prepared baking sheet.
Lightly spray the chicken strips with olive oil cooking spray to help them crisp up during baking (optional).
Bake the chicken strips in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, flipping them halfway through, until they are golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F/74°C).
While the chicken strips are baking, prepare the honey yogurt dipping sauce. In a small bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, honey, and lemon juice until smooth and creamy.
Remove the chicken strips from the oven and let them cool slightly. Serve warm, garnished with parsley if desired, alongside the honey yogurt dipping sauce for dipping.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2046 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 70.8 g | 91% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.1 g | 70% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 662 mg | 221% | |
| Sodium | 4853 mg | 211% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 190.0 g | 69% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.0 g | 43% | |
| Total Sugars | 48.8 g | ||
| Protein | 164.5 g | 329% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.1 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 370 mg | 28% | |
| Iron | 15.6 mg | 87% | |
| Potassium | 992 mg | 21% | |
*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.
