Yep. Potato Chip Crusted Chicken Fingers. Before you are all like, “What the?” let me explain. My son loves potato chips (so do I, I mean, who doesn’t?) and right now he hates eating chicken unless it’s in Indian food or soup.
That has not been working for me so I decided to try coating chicken breast cut into “fingers” in some seasoned potato chips.
And, guess what? Yes, he loves these crispy, crunchy bites of goodness. I used a GMO Free potato chip that is cooked in avocado oil and free of any preservatives or junk. There are a lot of good brands out but if you have trouble finding good quality chips in your store, here are some good options. There is even an organic potato chip out there cooked in coconut oil!
My husband didn’t think he would like this recipe but after one bite was all over it and devoured a huge plate for lunch along with a salad. Needless to say these have become a regular request from my son and whole family.
These are easy to make, naturally gluten free, grain free and dairy free (if you use a non-dairy milk) and even good cold if you want to pack some for lunch or a picnic!
GLUTEN-FREE BASICS
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Potato Chip Crusted Chicken Fingers. Gluten Free. Grain Free. Amazing!
- 2 eggs
- 1/4 cup plain unsweetened almond milk (or any milk)
- pinch salt
- 2 pounds skinless boneless chicken breast, cut into tenders
- 1 10- ounce bag potato chips crushed (see NOTES for brand recommendations)
- 1 1/2 teaspoons dried dill
- 1 1/2 teaspoons paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- pinch salt
- non-stick oil spray or
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Place oven racks at 2nd and 4th position and preheat oven to 400F. Line two baking sheets with tinfoil and insert
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In a shallow bowl (you need to be able to dip into it), beat eggs with almond milk and pinch of salt.
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Slice chicken breast into tenders and toss into egg mixture.
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Place potato chips in the bowl of the food processor fitted with chopping blade. You will most likely have to do at least 2 batches (depending on the size of your food processor). I have a 14-cup food processor and did 2 batches. Pulse until chopped but not powdery.
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In a large bowl, combine chopped chips with dried dill, paprika, black pepper and pinch salt.
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Use one hand to remove chicken pieces (just 1 or 2 at a time) from egg wash and toss into chip mixture. Use clean hand to coat chicken and transfer to baking sheet fitted with racks. Repeat until all chicken is coated. Make sure to space chicken out a bit on racks so the sides are not touching and can get crispy.
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Give coated chicken a final spray with oil mister or non-stick spray.
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Bake chicken for 22 to 25 minutes, rotating the trays once at 11 or 12 minutes. You do not need to turn the actual chicken tenders. Remove and allow to cool for 8 to 10 minutes before serving so chips harden back up. Serve and Enjoy!
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Jeanette | Jeanette's Healthy Living says
Fun idea – bet these are super crunchy!
EverydayMaven says
Yes! Your boys would love them Jeanette!
Pamela @ Brooklyn Farm Girl says
This is going up there on my list of one of the most genius recipes. Potato chip crusted? GIRL! YUM!
EverydayMaven says
Thanks Pamela! 🙂
Lea Ann (Cooking On The Ranch) says
I love this idea. And thanks for the tips on those chips. And I must find some of that coconut oil spray. Lots of good ideas here.
EverydayMaven says
Sure Lea Ann! Have a good day 🙂
Chantelle says
Mmm great idea for when all the little crumbs accumulate at the bottom of the bag, save a few of those up and your set. What kid doesn’t love chicken fingers-not even possible!
EverydayMaven says
That is a great idea Chantelle! I didn’t think to start squirreling away the chip crumbs. Love it 🙂
vronella says
Lovely way to serve chicken. Even fussy kids will love this. Such a great combination.
EverydayMaven says
Thanks Vronella 🙂
Joanne says
Who WOULDN’T love a potato chip crust!? Genius idea.
EverydayMaven says
Exactly Joanne! A chicken dish that will please everyone who eats chicken 😉
Thalia @ butter and brioche says
These chicken fingers look incredibly crispy and delicious! It’s hard to believe that they are baked.. they look that good!
EverydayMaven says
Thanks Thalia! They are super crispy 🙂
Liz says
This recipe sounds nice. Thank you.
EverydayMaven says
Thanks Liz!
Norma Chang says
Kids go through phases with foods and I say accommodate them. I too could eat a big plate of those delicious chicken finger with a nice green salad.
EverydayMaven says
I agree Norma! My son isn’t really “picky”, he just has his preferences like all of us 🙂
Julie @ Lovely Little Kitchen says
These look awesome! I know my boys would love them!
EverydayMaven says
They are very popular in our house Julie! 🙂