Yummy Parmesan Chicken Fingers

11/5/2002

1/2 cup finely crushed soda crackers

1/3 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese

1/2 teaspoon dried basil leaves

1/2 teaspoon dried marjoram leaves

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon pepper

1/2 teaspoon paprika

4 skinless, boneless chicken breasts

1 egg

2 tablespoons butter

1 clove garlic, minced

In food processor, combine cracker crumbs, Parmesan cheese, basil, marjoram, salt, pepper, and paprika. Process to make fine crumbs. Place in shallow bowl. (May be made ahead and stored.)

Cut chicken breasts into four strips each. In a bowl, beat egg; add chicken strips. Using a fork, dip chicken strips in crumb mixture until evenly coated. Arrange on greased rack set on baking sheet. In small bowl, microwave butter and garlic on High for 45 seconds or until melted. Brush chicken strips with melted butter.

Bake in preheated 400-degree oven for 15 minutes or until no longer pink in center.

Source: 300 Best Comfort Foods