Baked Honey-Mustard Chex Chicken Fingers

Dairy Free
Health score
15%
Baked Honey-Mustard Chex Chicken Fingers
40 min.
6
432kcal

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Are you ready to elevate your dinner game with a dish that's not only delicious but also easy to prepare? Introducing Baked Honey-Mustard Chex Chicken Fingers, a delightful twist on a classic favorite that will have your family and friends asking for seconds! This recipe is perfect for those who are looking for a dairy-free option without compromising on flavor.

Imagine tender, juicy chicken strips coated in a crunchy, golden layer of crushed corn cereal, all brought together with a sweet and tangy honey-mustard sauce. In just 40 minutes, you can whip up a meal that’s not only satisfying but also packed with a balanced caloric profile, making it a great choice for lunch or dinner. With each bite, you'll experience the perfect harmony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds.

Whether you're hosting a casual get-together or simply looking for a quick weeknight meal, these chicken fingers are sure to impress. Plus, the easy-to-follow steps make it a fun cooking experience for everyone involved. So grab your baking sheet and get ready to indulge in a dish that combines the crunch of cereal with the sweetness of honey and the zest of mustard. Your taste buds will thank you!

Ingredients

  • cups cornflakes 
  • 0.5 cup honey 
  • tablespoons honey 
  • 0.5 cup mayonnaise 
  • lb chicken breast boneless skinless cut into strips
  • 0.3 cup mustard yellow
  • tablespoons mustard yellow

Equipment

  • baking sheet
  • baking paper
  • oven
  • ziploc bags
  • rolling pin

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 375F. Line 2 cookie sheets with cooking parchment paper.
  2. Place cereal in large food-storage plastic bag; crush cereal using rolling pin.
  3. Place cereal in wide shallow dish. In another wide shallow dish, stir together mayonnaise, 1/2 cup honey and 1/3 cup mustard.
  4. Dip chicken strips in mayonnaise mixture, then in crushed cereal to coat; place on cookie sheets, spacing chicken evenly apart.
  5. Bake 1 sheet at a time about 25 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink in center and coating is crisp.
  6. Remove from oven; cool slightly before serving.
  7. Meanwhile, stir together 2 tablespoons each honey and mustard.
  8. Serve chicken with sauce for dipping.

Nutrition Facts

Calories432kcal
Protein17.42%
Fat33.96%
Carbs48.62%

Properties

Glycemic Index
36.42
Glycemic Load
15.26
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
20.768695675808%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:431.72kcal
21.59%
Fat:16.67g
25.64%
Saturated Fat:2.69g
16.83%
Carbohydrates:53.7g
17.9%
Net Carbohydrates:51.89g
18.87%
Sugar:31.97g
35.53%
Cholesterol:56.22mg
18.74%
Sodium:618.92mg
26.91%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:19.24g
38.47%
Vitamin B3:13.05mg
65.23%
Vitamin B6:1.09mg
54.52%
Iron:8.86mg
49.21%
Selenium:33.63µg
48.04%
Vitamin B2:0.53mg
31.21%
Vitamin B1:0.46mg
30.74%
Vitamin K:30.86µg
29.39%
Folate:105.94µg
26.49%
Vitamin B12:1.57µg
26.23%
Phosphorus:212.99mg
21.3%
Vitamin B5:1.25mg
12.54%
Vitamin A:548.26IU
10.97%
Potassium:377.07mg
10.77%
Magnesium:40.51mg
10.13%
Vitamin C:7.04mg
8.53%
Manganese:0.17mg
8.32%
Vitamin D:1.12µg
7.47%
Fiber:1.8g
7.22%
Zinc:0.94mg
6.3%
Vitamin E:0.86mg
5.7%
Copper:0.11mg
5.3%
Calcium:20.65mg
2.07%