Carrot Apple Chicken Nuggets
Elevate snack time or dinner with these wholesome and flavor-packed Carrot Apple Chicken Nuggets! Combining the juicy tenderness of ground chicken with the natural sweetness of grated carrot and apple, these oven-baked nuggets are a nutritious and kid-friendly twist on the classic favorite. Enveloped in a crispy panko coating and gently seasoned with Parmesan cheese, garlic, and onion powder, each bite delivers crunch and savory satisfaction without the guilt of deep frying. Perfect for picky eaters and busy families, these nuggets are easy to prep in just 20 minutes and ready to bake to golden perfection. Serve them with your favorite dipping sauce or as a fun addition to meal prep lunches—delicious, healthy, and irresistible!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Ground chicken
- 1 medium, grated Carrot
- 1 medium, peeled and grated Apple
- 1 large Egg
- 1 cup Breadcrumbs
- 0.5 cup, grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 cup All-purpose flour
- 2 large, for breading Eggs
- 1 cup Panko breadcrumbs
- 1 as needed Olive oil spray
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with olive oil spray.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground chicken, grated carrot, grated apple, one egg, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
Using your hands, form the mixture into nugget-shaped pieces, about 1 to 2 inches in size. Place them on a tray or plate.
Set up a breading station with three bowls. In the first bowl, place the flour. In the second bowl, beat the two eggs together. In the third bowl, add the panko breadcrumbs.
Dredge each nugget in the flour, then dip it into the beaten eggs, and finally coat it in the panko breadcrumbs. Place the breaded nuggets onto the prepared baking sheet.
Lightly spray the nuggets with olive oil spray to help them crisp up in the oven.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through cooking to ensure even browning. The nuggets should be golden and cooked through (internal temperature of the chicken should reach 165°F or 74°C).
Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving. Serve with your favorite dipping sauce or enjoy them on their own!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2137 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 80.5 g | 103% | |
| Saturated Fat | 26.6 g | 133% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1060 mg | 353% | |
| Sodium | 5339 mg | 232% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 207.6 g | 75% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.8 g | 49% | |
| Total Sugars | 35.9 g | ||
| Protein | 163.5 g | 327% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.4 mcg | 17% | |
| Calcium | 743 mg | 57% | |
| Iron | 18.6 mg | 103% | |
| Potassium | 3436 mg | 73% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
