KID-FRIENDLY CHICKEN FINGERS

Kid-Friendly Chicken Fingers image

Provided by Food Network

Time 2h18m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 lb. chicken tenders
1 cup low-fat buttermilk
1 teaspoon salt, divided
1 teaspoon pepper, divided
1/2 box shredded wheat cereal, crushed (cornflakes or textured soy protein can be substituted)
1/2 cup Dijon mustard
1/2 cup honey
1 cup light sour cream or non-fat Greek yogurt
1 tablespoon packaged ranch dressing seasoning
Canola oil

Steps:

Combine the buttermilk, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. Marinate the chicken tenders for minimum of 1-2 hours.
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. In a flat dish pour 1/2 box of crushed shredded wheat. Season with remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. Mix well to combine. Dredge chicken tenders in the shredded wheat and place onto a baking sheet. Lightly spray tenders on all sides with canola oil. Bake at 400 degrees F for approximately 15-18 minutes. In a small bowl combine mustard and honey.
In a separate bowl, mix sour cream and ranch seasoning. Remove chicken tenders from oven and place on platter. Serve with dipping sauces.