Crisp Chicken Bites

Submitted by English_Rose

"A great snack for kids. Using pesto adds flavor and means you don't have to bother dipping the chicken in four and egg before coating in crumbs."

 

• Ready In: 25mins
• Ingredients: 4
• Yields: 60 bites

ingredients

• 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
• 6 tablespoons pesto sauce (red or green)
• 10 ounces breadcrumbs (fresh or dried)
• olive oil

directions

1. Cut the chicken into bite sized pieces (about 15 pieces per breast).
2. Put the pesto in a bowl and mix with the chicken until well coated.
3. Tip the crumbs into a plastic bag.
4. Add the chicken pieces in batches to the bag and give it a good shake to coat.
5. Heat the oven to 425°F Pour a little oil onto a shallow baking tray to cover it.
6. Heat the tray in the oven for 5 minutes.
7. Tip the chicken onto the tray and return to the oven for 15 mins until crisp and cooked through.

Reviews

[Gretchen]

very good & easy to prepare,i made garlic spaghetti to go with & my 7yr old devoured it. thanks for sharing.