Description

This Oven-Fried Chicken on a Stick is a crispy, flavorful twist on classic fried chicken — baked instead of fried for a healthier, mess-free meal. Threaded onto skewers and paired with a tangy Vidalia honey-mustard dipping sauce, it’s perfect for parties, picnics, or fun family dinners.

Ingredients

Chicken:

1 tbsp kosher salt

2 tsp paprika, divided (preferably sweet Hungarian)

1 tsp onion powder, divided

1 tsp garlic powder, divided

1 cup buttermilk

1½ lbs boneless, skinless chicken breast, trimmed

2 cups coarse dry whole-wheat breadcrumbs or panko

2 tbsp neutral oil (canola or avocado)

2 large egg whites

1 tbsp Dijon mustard

Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Honey Mustard-Vidalia Dipping Sauce:

½ Vidalia or other sweet onion, cut into 4 pieces

2 tbsp cider vinegar

2 tbsp honey

1 tbsp Dijon mustard

¼ tsp salt

¼ tsp freshly ground pepper

½ cup neutral oil (canola or avocado)

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Instructions

Marinate the chicken: In a large bowl, whisk buttermilk with salt, 1 tsp paprika, and ½ tsp each onion and garlic powder. Cut chicken into 1-inch strips, add to marinade, and let sit 30 minutes at room temperature.
Prepare coating: In one dish, combine breadcrumbs with remaining paprika, onion powder, and garlic powder. Drizzle with oil and toss to coat. In another bowl, whisk egg whites and Dijon mustard with a little pepper.
Preheat oven: Set oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with foil and place a wire rack on top; coat with cooking spray.
Assemble skewers: Remove chicken from marinade and shake off excess. Thread strips onto six 12-inch bamboo skewers. Dip each into the egg mixture, then coat with breadcrumbs, pressing gently to adhere. Place on prepared rack.
Bake: Bake for 25 minutes, turning halfway through, until golden and cooked through (internal temp 165°F).
Prepare dipping sauce: In a food processor, blend onion until smooth. Add vinegar, honey, mustard, salt, and pepper; process again. With the motor running, slowly drizzle in oil until emulsified and creamy. Adjust seasoning to taste.
Serve: Serve hot chicken skewers with honey mustard-Vidalia dipping sauce. They can also be served cold for picnics.

Notes

Use panko breadcrumbs for the crispiest texture.

Do not over-marinate the chicken — 30 minutes is enough to keep it tender without becoming too salty.

For extra flavor, add cayenne or smoked paprika to the breadcrumb mix.

Air fryer method: Cook at 375°F for 15–18 minutes, flipping halfway through.

Chicken can be served warm or cold — great for picnics and parties.

Prep Time: 35 minutes (includes marinating)
Cook Time: 55 minutes
Category: Main Course, Appetizer
Method: Baked
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 365
Sugar: 7g
Sodium: 720mg
Fat: 20g
Saturated Fat: 2.5g
Unsaturated Fat: 17g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 22g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 29g
Cholesterol: 75mg