Description
A healthier alternative to store-bought nuggets made with chicken breast and a flavorful breadcrumb coating.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp pepper
- 2 eggs, beaten
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) if baking.
- Mix the breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Prepare the eggs by beating them in another bowl.
- Coat the chicken pieces in beaten eggs, then roll each piece in the breadcrumb mixture.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat if frying, and cook the nuggets for 3-4 minutes on each side.
- Bake the nuggets on a baking sheet for 15-20 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- Cool the nuggets slightly on a wire rack before serving.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3-4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying or Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5 nuggets
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 160mg
Keywords: chicken nuggets, homemade nuggets, healthy snacks, kid-friendly meals