Description
Crispy and flavorful baked chicken nuggets that are perfect for family gatherings or a cozy night in.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds ground chicken
- 2 eggs
- 1/3 cup grated parmesan cheese
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ¾ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¾ teaspoon onion powder
- ¾ teaspoon paprika
- 2 teaspoons salt
- ½ cup grated parmesan cheese (for coating)
- 3 tablespoons potato starch
- ½ teaspoon paprika (for coating)
- ½ teaspoon dried parsley (for coating)
Instructions
- Mix the Chicken Mixture: In a large bowl, combine the ground chicken, eggs, parmesan cheese, mozzarella cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and salt. Mix everything together until well combined. Get in there—your hands work best for this!
- Form the Nuggets: With your hands, form the mixture into bite-sized nuggets. Feel free to make them larger or smaller based on your preference!
- Prepare the Coating: In a separate bowl, whisk together the parmesan cheese, potato starch, paprika, and dried parsley. This is the crispy coating that will give your nuggets that restaurant-style crunch.
- Dredge the Nuggets: Take each chicken nugget and dredge it in the coating mixture. Make sure to coat it evenly for that extra crunch!
- Bake: Place the breaded nuggets on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Make sure they have some space between them for even cooking. Bake in a preheated oven at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for 20-25 minutes or until they turn golden brown and are cooked through. Your kitchen is going to smell amazing!
- Serve: Once they’re ready, serve your crispy nuggets with your favorite dipping sauce, like spicy ketchup or ranch dressing. Enjoy the compliments!
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 220mg
Keywords: chicken nuggets, baked chicken, easy chicken recipe, family-friendly, party food