Quinoa Crusted Chicken Fingers

Crispy, golden, and packed with wholesome goodness, these Quinoa Crusted Chicken Fingers are a nutritious twist on the classic comfort food. Perfectly seasoned with garlic powder, paprika, and a dash of pepper, tender chicken strips are coated in toasted quinoa for a crunchy finish that's both gluten-conscious and irresistibly flavorful. This oven-baked recipe keeps things light while delivering maximum crispiness—no deep frying required! Ready in under 45 minutes, these chicken fingers are ideal for weeknight dinners or crowd-pleasing appetizers. Pair them with your favorite dipping sauce for a satisfying, protein-packed treat everyone will love.

Nutriscore Rating: 57/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 lb Chicken tenders
• 1 cup Quinoa
• 0.5 cup All-purpose flour
• 2 Eggs
• 1 tsp Garlic powder
• 1 tsp Paprika
• 1 tsp Salt
• 0.5 tsp Black pepper
• 0 Olive oil spray
• 0 Cooking spray or parchment paper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly spray it with cooking spray to prevent sticking.

Step 2

Rinse the quinoa under cold water using a fine-mesh sieve and drain well. Spread the quinoa onto a dry skillet and toast over medium heat for 5-7 minutes, stirring frequently, until it turns golden and becomes fragrant. Pour the toasted quinoa into a shallow dish to cool.

Step 3

Place the all-purpose flour in another shallow dish. In a separate shallow dish, whisk the eggs together until well-beaten. Add garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper to the flour and mix to combine.

Step 4

Working with one chicken tender at a time, dredge it in the seasoned flour, ensuring it’s fully coated. Then dip it in the beaten eggs, allowing any excess egg to drip off. Finally, press the chicken tender into the toasted quinoa, coating it evenly on all sides. Repeat with the remaining chicken tenders.

Step 5

Arrange the quinoa-crusted chicken tenders on the prepared baking sheet, making sure they are in a single layer and not touching.

Step 6

Lightly spray the chicken tenders with olive oil spray to help them crisp up in the oven.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, flipping the chicken tenders halfway through, until they are golden brown and cooked through. The internal temperature should reach 165°F (74°C).

Step 8

Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy your quinoa-crusted chicken fingers warm with your favorite dipping sauce!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(811.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2297.9

Total Fat 102.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 19.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 598.8mg	0%
Sodium 6414.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 206.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.2g	0%
Total Sugars 3.1g
Protein 134.6g	0%

Vitamin D 82IU	0%
Calcium 166.1mg	0%
Iron 14.3mg	0%
Potassium 1556.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 40.2%

Protein: 23.6%

Carbs: 36.2%