Chicken Nuggets Parmesan
Discover a delightful twist on a comfort food classic with these irresistible Chicken Nuggets Parmesan! Perfectly seasoned chicken breast pieces are coated in a Parmesan-infused breadcrumb mixture for a crispy, golden crust, then topped with tangy marinara sauce and gooey mozzarella cheese before being baked to perfection. With just the right balance of flavor and texture, this family-friendly recipe is quick to prepare, taking under an hour from start to finish. Serve these nugget-sized bites with extra marinara for dipping, and garnish with fresh parsley for an added pop of color and freshness. Whether you're looking for a kid-approved dinner or a crowd-pleasing appetizer, these cheesy, Italian-inspired nuggets are sure to be a hit!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken breast
- 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 0.5 tsp garlic powder
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tbsp milk
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 0.75 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp dried Italian seasoning
- 0.25 cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 0.5 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
Cut the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces, approximately 1.5-inch cubes, and set aside.
In a shallow dish, combine the flour, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.
In a second shallow dish, whisk together the eggs and milk.
In a third shallow dish, mix the panko breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, and dried Italian seasoning.
Dredge each piece of chicken in the flour mixture, shaking off any excess. Then dip it into the egg mixture, allowing any excess to drip off, and finally coat it thoroughly in the breadcrumb mixture. Place the coated chicken pieces on a plate or tray.
Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. In batches, cook the chicken nuggets for about 2-3 minutes on each side, until golden brown. Transfer the browned nuggets to the prepared baking sheet.
Once all the chicken nuggets are browned, spoon a small amount of marinara sauce onto each nugget. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese on top of the sauce.
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the chicken is fully cooked (internal temperature reaches 165°F / 74°C).
Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
Serve warm with additional marinara sauce on the side for dipping.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2184 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 115.0 g | 147% | |
| Saturated Fat | 34.5 g | 172% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 35.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 865 mg | 288% | |
| Sodium | 6045 mg | 263% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 99.5 g | 36% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.1 g | 22% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.3 g | ||
| Protein | 194.4 g | 389% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.4 mcg | 12% | |
| Calcium | 1278 mg | 98% | |
| Iron | 9.9 mg | 55% | |
| Potassium | 1576 mg | 34% | |
*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.
