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Baked Chicken Nuggets

Looking for a healthier way to enjoy your favorite chicken nuggets? These baked chicken nuggets are golden, crispy, and made with ground chicken for a juicy bite, thanks to the oven's help. Pair them with your favorite sauce or dip, and you've got an easy meal or snack ready in no time.
Course Appetizer, Main Dishes, Snack, Snacks
Cuisine American, International
Keyword baked chicken nuggets, baking sheet, breadcrumb, breaded, breading, chicken breast, chicken nugget, chicken nuggets recipe, chicken pieces, crispy, crumb, dip, homemade chicken nuggets, nugget, sauce, tender
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Servings 2 Portions
Calories 171kcal
Author Zuzana Paar

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 1/2 Cup Minced Chicken
  • 1 Piece Egg
  • 1/2 Cup Breading
US Customary - Metric

Instructions

  • Gather all your ingredients and kitchen tools before you start. Lay out your whisk, bowl, baking tray, and parchment paper. Preheat your oven to 400°Fahrenheit (200°Celsius); this way, everything flows smoothly.
  • In one bowl, whisk the eggs until smooth. In another, add your breading and mix in your seasonings. This step makes the coating process quick and mess-free.
  • Combine the ground chicken with the whisked eggs in a bowl. Scoop out small portions, shape them into nuggets, and coat each in the seasoned breading. Make sure each nugget is evenly covered for that crispy finish.
  • Place the nuggets on a parchment-lined baking tray. Bake at 400°Fahrenheit (200°Celsius), flipping halfway through. Let them cool slightly before digging in.

Video

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Notes

  • Use Panko for Extra Crunch: If you want extra crispy nuggets, use panko bread crumbs instead of regular ones. They create a light, crispy coating that works perfectly in the oven.
  • Don’t Overcrowd: Give your breaded nuggets space in the oven so they cook evenly. Overcrowding can lead to uneven crispiness, so cook in batches if needed.
  • Flip Halfway Through: To secure even browning, flip the nuggets halfway through cooking. This helps them crisp up perfectly on all sides.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Portion | Calories: 171kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 15g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.05g | Cholesterol: 130mg | Sodium: 175mg | Potassium: 353mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 119IU | Calcium: 43mg | Iron: 2mg