Nutty Chicken Strips

  Chicken & Turkey

I enjoy cooking for my parents and two brothers. I usually prepare things that are a little out of the ordinary. These strips, seasoned with curry, are great for a family game night.

Nutty Chicken Strips

Average Rating: 4.882352

TOTAL TIME: Prep: 20 min. Cook: 20 min.
YIELD: 6 servings.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup plain yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro
  • 1 tablespoon honey

  • CHICKEN:
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/2 cup 2% milk
  • 1 cup soft bread crumbs
  • 1/2 cup chopped almonds
  • 2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro
  • 1-1/2 teaspoons curry powder
  • 1-1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch-wide strips
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup canola oil

Instructions

  • 1. Mix yogurt, cilantro and honey. Refrigerate, covered, until serving.
  • 2. In a shallow bowl, whisk together egg and milk. In another bowl, toss bread crumbs with almonds, cilantro and curry powder. Toss chicken strips with flour to coat lightly; shake off excess. Dip both sides in egg mixture, then in crumb mixture.
  • 3. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. In batches, cook chicken until golden brown, 5-6 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels. Serve with sauce.

Nutrition Facts

4 ounces cooked chicken with 1-1/2 tablespoons sauce: 365 calories, 20g fat (3g saturated fat), 101mg cholesterol, 132mg sodium, 16g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 2g fiber), 30g protein.

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