Easy Crispy Chicken Strips with Tangy Homemade Lemon Sauce
Looking for a crispy, delicious snack with a healthy twist? These Oaty Chicken Fingers with Lemon Sauce are the perfect combination of crunchy texture and zesty flavor. Coated with oats for extra crispiness and served with a tangy lemon sauce, this recipe is ideal for snacks, kids’ meals, or even party platters.
Simple, quick, and absolutely satisfying. This is a must try homemade chicken strips recipe!
Why You will Love This Recipe
Crispy and crunchy oat coating
Healthier alternative to regular fried chicken
Tangy homemade lemon sauce
Easy and quick to prepare
Perfect for kids and family snacks
Ingredients
🍗 For Chicken Fingers
- Boneless Chicken (cut into strips)
- Oats – 5 tbsp
- All-Purpose Flour – 4 tbsp
- Egg – 1
- Pepper – ½ tsp
- Salt – ½ tsp
🍋 For Lemon Sauce
- Lemon Juice – 5 tbsp
- Water – ½ cup
- Sugar – 2 tsp
- Corn Flour – 2 tsp (mixed with a little water)
- Lemon Peel (zest) – 1 tsp
How to Make Oaty Chicken Fingers
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Prepare the Coating
In a bowl, mix oats, all-purpose flour, salt, and pepper. -
Coat the Chicken
Dip each chicken strip into the beaten egg, then coat it evenly with the oat mixture. -
Deep Fry
Heat oil and deep fry the coated chicken until golden brown and fully cooked.
🍋 How to Make Lemon Sauce
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Cook the Base
In a pan, combine lemon juice and water. Bring it to a gentle simmer. -
Thicken the Sauce
Add sugar and the corn flour mixture. Stir continuously until the sauce thickens. -
Add Flavor
Add grated lemon peel and mix well for a fresh citrusy aroma.
Serve & Enjoy
Serve the crispy oaty chicken fingers hot with the tangy lemon sauce on the side or drizzled on top. Perfect as a snack, appetizer, or even a quick meal!
Pro Tips
Extra crispy texture – Use slightly coarse oats
Healthier option – Air fry or bake instead of deep frying
Adjust tanginess – Add more sugar if you prefer a sweeter sauce
Add spice – Sprinkle chili flakes for a spicy twist
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