Ingredients

  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 egg
  • 1 tablespoon cold water
  • 1 cup dry breadcrumbs
  • 1 tablespoon coriander, fresh, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon cajun seasoning
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • Peanut Apricot Sauce
  • 1/4 cup apple juice
  • 1/4 cup smooth peanut butter
  • 2 tablespoons apricot jam
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons cider vinegar

Method

  • Slice each breast lengthwise into 4 equal strips.
  • In shallow bowl, whisk egg with cold water.
  • In another shallow bowl, combine bread crumbs, coriander, Cajun seasoning and salt.
  • Dip chicken strips into egg mixture, then into crumb mixture to coat all over.
  • Arrange chicken on greased rimmed baking sheet.
  • Bake at 400 degrees Fahrenheit until golden and no longer pink inside, about 15 minutes.
  • Peanut Apricot Sauce: Meanwhile in microwaveable bowl, combine apple juice, peanut butter, jam, garlic and vinegar; cover and microwave at medium-high for 2 minutes or until blended and warm, stirring once. Serve warm with chicken strips for dipping.