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Chipotle Lime Chicken Fingers

Chicken fingers marinated in a chipotle lime marinade, coated in panko and baked until golden. A meal both adults and toddlers will love!
Course Main Dishes
Cuisine Mexican
Keyword chicken, chipotle, dinner, entree, kid friendly
Prep Time 4 hours 40 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 5 hours 10 minutes
Servings 4 Servings

Ingredients

Ingredients:

  • 1 1/2 pound chicken tender strips
  • 1/3 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 1/4 teaspoon chipotle powder
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon lime zest
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt divided
  • 1 egg
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 2 tablespoons oil
  • 2 cups panko bread crumbs
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder

Instructions

  • Place chicken tenders in a resealable plastic bag.
  • Combine mayonnaise, chipotle powder, lime juice, lime zest and salt together in a bowl. Pour over chicken. Toss to coat. Close and refrigerate for 4 hours or over night.
  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees.
  • Whisk together the egg and milk. In another bowl combine panko, oil, remaining salt and garlic powder until panko is coated well.
  • Remove chicken from marinade. Dip the chicken in egg and milk. Dredge chicken the panko mixture. Place on a baking sheet. And bake in preheated oven for 15 minutes. Turn and bake for another 10 - 15 minutes or until chicken is golden brown and cooked through.

Notes

Enjoy!