Dairy-Free Mini Chicken Nuggets
Crispy, golden, and irresistibly bite-sized, these Dairy-Free Mini Chicken Nuggets are a healthier spin on a classic favorite. Perfect for those avoiding dairy, this recipe uses unsweetened almond milk to create a tender, juicy coating that crisps up beautifully in the oven. Made with a flavorful blend of garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika, and coated with panko breadcrumbs for that signature crunch, these nuggets are baked—not fried—making them a lighter option for family dinners, snack time, or meal prep. Ready in just 35 minutes, this protein-packed dish is ideal for busy weeknights or picky eaters. Serve these nuggets alongside your favorite dipping sauces for a crowd-pleasing, dairy-free treat that everyone will love! Keywords: Dairy-Free Chicken Nuggets, Oven-Baked, Kid-Friendly, Healthy Chicken Recipe, Quick Dinners.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Chicken breast
- 1 cup All-purpose flour
- 0.5 cup Cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 cup Unsweetened almond milk
- 1 Egg
- 2 cups Panko breadcrumbs
- 0.25 cup Olive oil
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Cut the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces, approximately 1-inch cubes.
In a shallow dish, combine the flour, cornstarch, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and black pepper. Mix well.
In another bowl, whisk together the unsweetened almond milk and egg until well combined.
Place the panko breadcrumbs in a third bowl.
Dip each piece of chicken into the flour mixture, shaking off any excess.
Next, dip the floured chicken into the almond milk and egg mixture, allowing any excess to drip off.
Finally, coat the chicken pieces in the panko breadcrumbs, pressing gently to adhere the breadcrumbs.
Arrange the breaded chicken pieces on the prepared baking sheet.
Drizzle the olive oil evenly over the chicken nuggets.
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the coating is golden and crispy.
Allow the nuggets to cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy your dairy-free mini chicken nuggets with your favorite dipping sauce!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
739 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 20.8 g | 27% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.7 g | 18% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 143 mg | 48% | |
| Sodium | 1071 mg | 47% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 84.9 g | 31% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.4 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.6 g | ||
| Protein | 46.6 g | 93% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.1 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 190 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 4.9 mg | 27% | |
| Potassium | 457 mg | 10% | |
*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.
