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Parmesan Chicken Fingers with Lemon Piccata Sauce

Yields4 ServingsPrep Time10 minsCook Time35 minsTotal Time45 mins

From Kiddie Plate to Dinner Date, this is what I call a scrumptiously easy 2-for-1 meal! Make the chicken fingers for the kids, then dress up the plate for adults with my zesty & fresh lemon Piccata sauce. My healthy tip: instead of frying, bake tenders in the oven – they’ll be golden brown, crispy, delicious and great for dipping!

Ingredients (Chicken Fingers)
 Cooking Spray for pan
 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into thick strips
 2 tbsp olive oil
 1 egg, beaten
 1 cup Italian bread crumbs
 ¼ cup finely grated Parmesan cheese
 1 tbsp flour
 ½ tsp garlic powder
 ½ tsp dried oregano
 1 tsp salt
 ¼ tsp pepper
Ingredients (Lemon Picatta Sauce)
 3 tbsp olive oil
 2 cloves garlic, minced
 2 tbsp flour
 1 ½ cups chicken broth
 Zest and juice of 1 lemon
 2 tbsp unsalted butter
 2 tbsp capers
 2 tbsp chopped Italian parsley
Directions (Chicken Fingers)
1

Preheat oven to 400˚F.

2

Coat foil lined baking sheet with nonstick cooking spray.

3

Lightly season chicken with salt and pepper.

4

In a bowl mix together chicken, olive oil, and egg.

5

In a plastic bag mix bread crumbs, cheese, garlic powder, oregano, salt and pepper. Place several pieces of chicken in bag and shake to coat evenly. Lay pieces on baking sheet.

6

Bake for 10 minutes and turn chicken over. Bake an additional 12-15 minutes until chicken is golden
brown and cooked throughout. Set aside.

Directions (Lemon Picatta Sauce)
7

Heat olive oil in nonstick sauté pan over medium heat.

8

Add garlic to pan and cook for one minute. Do not let garlic burn.

9

Stir in flour and cook an additional minute to a light golden color.

10

Pour in chicken broth and lemon juice. Use a whisk to break up any lumps of flour and create a smooth sauce.

11

Let sauce simmer for 2-3 minutes.

12

Once sauce has thickened, stir in butter and capers.

13

Add cooked chicken to pan and simmer for 2-3 minutes.

14

Garnish with parsley and a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size 1/2 pound

Servings 4