What a glorious day! I made some crispy on the outside and tender on the inside Baked Chicken Goujons without deep or shallow frying them.
My inspiration came from some of my family members who love fried chicken which is not necessarily very healthy. However, making it like this may allow all of us to enjoy them on a more regular basis.
I decided to put a simple recipe together that can become a go-to for us and of course for anyone who likes to try it. So, I made super delicious and flavourful baked chicken goujons.
I served them with savory Honey Mustard Sriracha Sauce. The plate was demolished within minutes. So, it is a total win-win situation! Yummy!
Crispy Baked Chicken Goujons
Why I love Baked Chicken Goujons
Goujons, thin strips of chicken coated with seasoned breadcrumbs, is a healthy alternative to fried chicken. Kids love dipping crispy Goujons in sauces. I often make these alongside super cheesy margarita pizzas to ensure we get enough protein in.
Baked chicken goujons are delicious. I love to pair them with Honey Mustard Sriracha Sauce. This savory sauce takes the tender goujons to the next level. The spice kick from both sriracha and mustard pairs beautifully with honey. If you generally prefer mayonnaise more, sriracha mayo is also a delicious alternative.
I always keep a batch of chicken goujons in the freezer. They are perfect for picnics, parties, and weeknight cheat dinners. Simply bake, dip and bite!
Five Star Meal!
Sticky Fingers? Not Anymore!
When coating the chicken, I usually use my hands. But I end up with sticky fingers and it was hard to wash them away.
So here’s the rule – keep one hand for the wet coating and one for the dry coating.
#1: With the dry hand, dip the chicken in the flour, take it out, and put it in the egg bowl with the dry hand.
#2: With the wet hand, dip the chicken in the egg bowl and take it out. Then, drop it in breadcrumbs.
#3:Use the dry hand to remove it from breadcrumbs and set it in the tray.
If you do not want to use your hands, use the tongs! Yes, Tongs! It works out perfectly for me. My hands do not get sticky and I make sure chicken strips are well coated.
Frequently Asked Questions
What can I do with baked chicken goujons leftovers?
Keep them in the fridge for two to three days. Reheat in the oven to ensure it is still crispy.
What can I serve with baked chicken goujons?
Prepare some honey mustard sriracha sauce, garlic mayo or garlic sirarcha. Cut up the cooked Goujons in small pieces and make a rice bowl. Cook the rice, serve in a bowl along with fresh salad eg. cucumber, tomatoes, red onion, avocado and coleslaw. They can also be served with some oven-baked potatoes and salad.
Ingredients
To coat the chicken
- Chicken strips
- All purpose flour
- Bread crumbs
- Eggs
- Milk
- Paprika
- Coriander powder
- Salt
- Coriander
- Black pepper
- Cumin
- Garlic powder
- Onion powder
- Olive oil
For the sauce
- Honey
- Sriracha
- Mustard
- Lemon juice
- Olive oil
Garlic mayo (optional)
- Full fat mayonnaise
- Garlic cloves
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Steps to Prep Baked Chicken Goujons
First, preheat the oven to 180c electric fan for 10 minutes.
Then, in three medium bowls, start by whisking the 3 eggs and milk in one, the flour with the seasoning in the second, and the breadcrumb in the third.
Now, start by coating the washed and dried chicken strips first in the seasoned flour, followed by the egg wash, and finally in the bread crumb.
Make sure the chicken is fully coated.
To the Oven
Place the chicken pieces spaced out in a tray lined with grease-proof paper.
Brush or drizzle the chicken with olive oil and place them in the oven to bake for 40 minutes or until golden and crispy.
Prepare the Sauce and Serve
Mix the honey, sriracha, mustard, lemon juice, and olive oil in a small bowl until well combined.
In another bowl, mix mayonnaise and minced garlic cloves.
Serve and enjoy!
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Baked Chicken Goujons with Honey Mustard Siracha Sauce
Ingredients
To prepare the chicken
For the sauce
Garlic Mayo (optional)
Instructions
Coat the Chicken
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Preheat the oven to 180c electric fan for 10 minutes.
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In three medium bowls, start by whisking the 3 eggs and milk in one, the flour with all the seasoning in the second, and the breadcrumb in the third.
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Coat the washed and dried chicken strips in this order: flour, eggs, then bread crumbs.
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Make sure the chicken is fully coated at each stage.
To the Oven
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Place the chicken pieces spaced out in a tray lined with grease proof paper.
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Brush or drizzle the chicken with olive oil and place the tray in the oven to bake for 40 minutes or until golden and crispy.
Prepare the Sauce and Serve
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Mix the honey, sriracha, mustard, lemon juice, and olive oil in a small bowl until well combined.
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In another bowl, mix mayonnaise and minced garlic cloves.
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Serve one or both sauces with the golden crispy chicken strips.
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Bon Appetit!
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