CRUNCHY MONSTER CLAWS

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Cajun seasoning adds flavor, and a crunchy coating helps keep these chicken fingers moist. This recipe makes a great appetizer to serve at any Halloween gathering. It'll "grab" the attention of kids of all ages. -Mary Ann Dell, Phoenixville, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 30m

Yield 15 appetizers.

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1 small sweet yellow pepper
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons plus 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning, divided
3 large eggs, lightly beaten
1-1/2 cups cornflake crumbs
2 tablespoons chopped green onion
1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut lengthwise into 3/4-inch strips
Barbecue sauce

Steps:

Cut yellow pepper into 15 triangles; set aside. In a large resealable plastic bag, combine flour and 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning. Place eggs in a shallow bowl. In another shallow bowl, combine the cornflake crumbs, green onion and remaining Cajun seasoning. , Place a few pieces of chicken in bag; seal and shake to coat. Dip in eggs, then in crumb mixture. Place on a greased baking sheet. Repeat. Bake at 350° for 15-20 minutes or until juices run clear. , Cut a small slit into one end of each chicken strip; insert a pepper triangle into each. Serve with barbecue sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 58 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 42mg cholesterol, Sodium 150mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 7g protein. Diabetic Exchanges