Spicy Fiber-Rich Buffalo Chicken Strips
These Spicy Buffalo Chicken Strips offer all the zesty, fiery flavors you crave in a wing but with a health-conscious twist. Using chicken breast, these strips are not just high in protein but packed with fiber from the unique breading made with Fiber One cereal. With the corrected salt content, they maintain a delicious and balanced flavor without overwhelming your taste buds with sodium. They're perfect served in a wrap with fresh, crisp lettuce or as a standalone dish with fresh veggies on the side. Let these easy-to-make, protein-packed strips complete any meal, whether you're entertaining or just satisfying a craving!
2
Servings
N/A
Calories
10
Ingredients
Ingredients
boneless skinless chicken breasts
8 ounces (washed and cut into strips)
egg white
1/2 cup (mixed with hot sauce)
Fiber One cereal
1 cup (processed to fine consistency)
salt
1/2 teaspoon (mixed into cereal coating)
garlic powder
1 tablespoon (mixed into cereal coating)
onion powder
1 tablespoon (mixed into cereal coating)
paprika
1 teaspoon (mixed into cereal coating)
black pepper
1/2 teaspoon (mixed into cereal coating)
Frank's Red Hot Sauce
1 cup (divided)
butter
1 tablespoon (melted and mixed with hot sauce)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and generously spray a baking sheet with nonstick cooking spray.
2
Wash and cut the chicken breasts into strips about 1.5 inches wide. For easier cutting, consider pounding the breasts a little thinner first. Set the strips aside.
3
In a food processor, combine the Fiber One cereal, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and black pepper. Blend until you achieve a fine breadcrumb-like consistency, then pour the blend into a shallow dish or plate.
4
Melt the butter in a small saucepan over low heat, then stir in 3/4 cup of Frank's Red Hot Sauce until well combined and gently warmed. Be careful not to let it boil. Transfer the sauce to a shallow bowl for later use.
5
In a separate bowl, mix the egg whites with the remaining 1/4 cup of hot sauce until thoroughly combined.
6
Working one at a time, dip each chicken strip into the egg white and hot sauce mixture, ensuring it's coated evenly. Let any excess drip off.
7
Roll the chicken strip in the cereal mixture, pressing gently so the breadcrumbs adhere and create an even coating. Place each coated strip on the prepared baking sheet.
8
Using a brush or spoon, generously drizzle about 3/4 of the hot sauce and butter mixture over the coated strips, ensuring they are evenly coated with the mixture.
9
Bake in the preheated oven for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the breading is crispy and the chicken is cooked through.
10
Serve hot with the remaining hot sauce mixture on the side for dipping.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Spicy Fiber-Rich Buffalo Chicken Strips?
They are a health-conscious twist on buffalo chicken wings, using chicken breast and a high-fiber breading made from Fiber One cereal for a zesty and protein-packed meal.
What temperature should the oven be set to?
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) before baking the chicken strips.
How should the chicken breasts be prepared?
Wash and cut the chicken breasts into strips approximately 1.5 inches wide. For easier cutting, you can pound the breasts thinner first.
What is used to create the high-fiber breading?
The breading is made by processing 1 cup of Fiber One cereal in a food processor until it reaches a fine breadcrumb-like consistency.
Which spices are added to the cereal breading?
The breading includes salt, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and black pepper.
How much hot sauce is required for this recipe?
The recipe calls for 1 cup of Frank's Red Hot Sauce, which is divided for different parts of the preparation.
How do you prepare the buffalo sauce for drizzling?
Melt 1 tablespoon of butter in a saucepan over low heat and stir in 3/4 cup of the hot sauce until gently warmed, without letting it boil.
What is used to help the breading stick to the chicken?
The chicken strips are first dipped into a mixture of 1/2 cup of egg whites and 1/4 cup of hot sauce.
How long do the chicken strips need to bake?
Bake the strips in the preheated oven for 15 to 20 minutes.
How can I tell if the chicken strips are finished cooking?
The strips are done when the breading is crispy and the chicken is fully cooked through.
How many servings does this recipe provide?
This recipe is designed to provide 2 servings.
What is the recommended serving suggestion for this dish?
You can serve these in a wrap with crisp lettuce or as a standalone dish with fresh vegetables on the side.
Is there a dipping sauce recommended?
Yes, serve the chicken hot with the remaining buffalo sauce mixture on the side for dipping.
How much garlic powder is used in the coating?
The recipe uses 1 tablespoon of garlic powder in the cereal coating mixture.
How much onion powder is used?
The recipe uses 1 tablespoon of onion powder.
What quantity of chicken is needed?
You will need 8 ounces of boneless skinless chicken breasts.
Is the baking sheet prepared in a specific way?
Yes, generously spray the baking sheet with nonstick cooking spray to prevent sticking.
How do I apply the sauce before baking?
Use a brush or spoon to generously drizzle about 3/4 of the hot sauce and butter mixture over the coated strips before they go in the oven.
What is the role of egg whites in this recipe?
Egg whites are used as a binder to help the fiber cereal breading adhere to the chicken strips.
Can I use any hot sauce?
The recipe specifically recommends Frank's Red Hot Sauce for the traditional buffalo flavor.
How much salt is included in the breading?
The recipe uses 1/2 teaspoon of salt to ensure a balanced flavor without excessive sodium.
What is the texture of the breading?
Once baked, the breading becomes crispy, providing a texture similar to traditional fried chicken strips.
Is this recipe high in protein?
Yes, using chicken breast and egg whites makes this a high-protein dish.
Is this a low-fat recipe?
Yes, it is tagged as low fat because it is oven-baked rather than fried and uses only a small amount of butter.
Can these be served as an appetizer?
Yes, they are perfect for entertaining or as an easy meal satisfying a spicy craving.
How much black pepper is used?
The recipe calls for 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper.
What tools are needed for the breading process?
A food processor is used to blend the cereal, and shallow dishes are needed for dipping and rolling the chicken.
How much paprika is used?
The recipe requires 1 teaspoon of paprika.
Is this recipe considered easy to make?
Yes, it is tagged as an easy meal that is simple to prepare.
What type of cereal is used in the breading?
Fiber One cereal is the specific brand used to provide the high-fiber content.