baked Chicken Nuggets: 15 Minutes to Crispy Perfection
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Crispy baked chicken nuggets made with simple ingredients. A healthier alternative to fried nuggets.
- Author: Milo
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Total Time: 33 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Calorie
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, mix breadcrumbs, Parmesan, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- In another bowl, beat the eggs.
- Dip each chicken piece into the egg, then coat with the breadcrumb mixture. Press gently to adhere.
- Place the nuggets on the baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil.
- Bake for 15-18 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and cooked through.
- Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
- You can use panko breadcrumbs for extra crunch.
- Chicken is cooked when internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (about 6 nuggets)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 145mg