Low Fat Crispy Fried Chicken Nuggets
Discover ultimate guilt-free indulgence with this recipe for **Low Fat Crispy Fried Chicken Nuggets**, where healthy meets delicious without sacrificing crunch or flavor. Tender chunks of boneless, skinless chicken breast are marinated in a creamy Greek yogurt mixture infused with garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and black pepper for a punch of savory goodness. Rolled in a blend of whole wheat breadcrumbs and Parmesan cheese, these nuggets are baked to perfection, achieving a golden, crispy coating that rivals deep-fried alternatives—all while being low in fat. With the added ease of an olive oil spray and only 40 minutes total from prep to plate, these baked chicken nuggets make an irresistible, family-friendly dinner or snack. Perfect for health-conscious foodies seeking a nutritious twist on a classic favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 0.5 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup whole wheat breadcrumbs
- 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese
- olive oil spray
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and lightly coat with olive oil spray.
Cut the chicken breasts into 1-inch pieces to form nuggets.
In a large bowl, mix Greek yogurt, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, black pepper, and salt until well combined.
Add the chicken pieces to the yogurt mixture, ensuring they are fully coated.
In a separate bowl, combine the whole wheat breadcrumbs and finely grated Parmesan cheese.
Take each yogurt-coated chicken piece and roll it in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
Place the breaded chicken nuggets on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they are evenly spaced.
Lightly spray the tops of the chicken nuggets with olive oil spray to aid browning and crisping.
Bake for 10 minutes in the preheated oven, then flip the nuggets over and bake for an additional 10 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and the coating is golden brown and crispy.
Remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1395 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.7 g | 39% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.6 g | 53% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 412 mg | 137% | |
| Sodium | 3702 mg | 161% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 91.7 g | 33% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.7 g | 49% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.5 g | ||
| Protein | 173.7 g | 347% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 464 mg | 36% | |
| Iron | 11.2 mg | 62% | |
| Potassium | 1715 mg | 36% | |
*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.
