Forget takeout—these Baked Sesame Chicken Fingers with Fries are crispy, flavorful, and oven-made from start to finish. They deliver all the comfort of your favorite fast food combo, without the grease or guilt. This version is baked to golden perfection and comes with a side of crispy fries that you can season your way.
These chicken fingers are coated in seasoned breadcrumbs and sesame seeds for that crunchy exterior and nutty flavor, then baked until juicy on the inside and crisp on the outside. No deep frying required. They’re perfect for kids, but adults will fight for the last piece too.
The fries are just as easy. Use russet or sweet potatoes, slice ’em up, toss with oil and seasoning, and bake until crispy. It’s a homemade meal that feels like a treat but comes together with basic ingredients and a little oven magic.
This recipe is great for weeknight dinners, game-day spreads, or anytime you want comfort food made cleaner. It also pairs well with your favorite dipping sauces—honey mustard, ketchup, spicy mayo, or even a sesame-soy dip.
And since both elements bake at the same temperature, you can cook them together and save time.
Let’s make a homemade dinner everyone will crave.
Servings
4 servings
Time
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
Ingredients
For the chicken fingers:
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (panko or regular)
- 2 tablespoons sesame seeds
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil spray or drizzle
For the fries:
- 2 large russet potatoes or sweet potatoes, cut into fries
- 1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Set up a breading station: one plate with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with a mixture of breadcrumbs, sesame seeds, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Dredge each chicken strip in flour, dip in egg, then coat in breadcrumb mixture. Place on one prepared baking sheet.
- On the second sheet, toss cut fries with olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Spread in a single layer.
- Lightly spray or drizzle chicken fingers with olive oil.
- Bake both trays for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until chicken is cooked through and fries are golden and crisp.
- Serve hot with dipping sauces of choice.
Tips
- Use panko breadcrumbs for extra crunch.
- Cut fries evenly for consistent cooking.
- Add sesame oil to the breadcrumb mix for deeper flavor.
- Double batch the fries if serving a crowd.
- Customize seasoning to match your dipping sauce.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
It turns a takeout classic into a baked, better-for-you version with the same crispy payoff. Perfect for families or anyone who loves finger food with flavor.
These Baked Sesame Chicken Fingers with Fries are oven-crisped, crowd-pleasing, and easy to customize. A fast-food favorite turned wholesome dinner.
