Spice Rubbed Chicken Fingers W Cilantro Dipping Sauce
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with these irresistibly flavorful Spice Rubbed Chicken Fingers paired with a creamy Cilantro Dipping Sauce. Tender chicken strips are coated in a smoky, zesty blend of spices—featuring smoked paprika, garlic powder, and a hint of chili—then baked to perfection for a healthier twist on a fan-favorite meal. The star of the show is the vibrant cilantro dipping sauce, made with tangy Greek yogurt, fresh lime juice, and a touch of honey for a perfect balance of bright and savory. Ready in just 35 minutes, this easy-to-make dish is ideal for family dinners, meal prepping, or game-day snacking. Serve these crispy baked chicken fingers alongside the dipping sauce for an unforgettable flavor combination that’s deliciously simple and guilt-free!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoons Chili powder
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 0.5 cups Greek yogurt
- 0.5 cups Fresh cilantro leaves
- 1 tablespoon Fresh lime juice
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 1 whole Garlic clove, minced
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with cooking spray.
Cut the chicken breasts into strips, about 1 inch wide and 3-4 inches long, to create chicken fingers.
In a small bowl, whisk together the smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, ground cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper to make the spice rub.
Drizzle the chicken strips with olive oil and toss to coat evenly. Sprinkle the spice rub over the chicken, ensuring all pieces are well-coated with the seasoning.
Place the chicken fingers on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer, making sure they are not touching.
Bake the chicken fingers in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, flipping halfway through, until they are golden brown and cooked through with an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
While the chicken is baking, prepare the cilantro dipping sauce. In a blender or food processor, combine the Greek yogurt, cilantro leaves, lime juice, honey, and minced garlic. Blend until smooth and creamy.
Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning if necessary (add more lime juice for tanginess or honey for sweetness). Transfer the sauce to a serving bowl.
Once the chicken fingers are done, remove them from the oven and let them rest for 2-3 minutes.
Serve the chicken fingers warm alongside the cilantro dipping sauce. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1533 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 55.0 g | 71% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.6 g | 58% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 582 mg | 194% | |
| Sodium | 2962 mg | 129% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 21.7 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.8 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.5 g | ||
| Protein | 221.8 g | 444% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 259 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 9.9 mg | 55% | |
| Potassium | 2293 mg | 49% | |
*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.
