Low Sodium Homemade Chicken McNuggets
Get ready to enjoy the ultimate guilt-free comfort food with these Low Sodium Homemade Chicken McNuggets! Carefully crafted to deliver crispy, golden perfection with a health-conscious twist, this recipe is ideal for anyone watching their salt intake. Made with simple, wholesome ingredients like boneless, skinless chicken breast, panko breadcrumbs, and a flavorful blend of garlic powder, paprika, and onion powder, these nuggets are air-fried or baked—not deep-fried—for a lighter, healthier crunch. With just 20 minutes of prep time and minimal effort, these nuggets are a quick, family-friendly dinner or snack that doesn't skimp on flavor. Serve them warm with your favorite low-sodium dipping sauces for a meal that’s as delicious as it is nutritious! Perfect for those looking for homemade, low-sodium alternatives to fast food classics.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Boneless skinless chicken breast
- 0.5 cup All-purpose flour
- 0.25 cup Cornstarch
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Onion powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 large Egg
- 2 tablespoons Water
- 1 cup Panko breadcrumbs (unsalted if possible)
- as needed Olive oil spray
Instructions
Cut the chicken breast into nugget-sized pieces, approximately 1-inch cubes.
In a medium bowl, combine the flour, cornstarch, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and paprika.
In another bowl, whisk together the egg and water to create an egg wash.
Pour the panko breadcrumbs into a third bowl.
Dip each piece of chicken into the flour mixture, ensuring it is well-coated, then dip it into the egg wash, allowing any excess to drip off.
Finally, roll each nugget in the panko breadcrumbs until completely coated.
Place the coated nuggets on a plate or tray, ready for cooking.
Preheat an air fryer to 400°F (200°C) or set your oven to 400°F (200°C) if baking.
Lightly spray the air fryer basket or a baking sheet with olive oil spray.
Arrange the chicken nuggets in a single layer in the air fryer basket or on the baking sheet without crowding.
Lightly spray the tops of the nuggets with olive oil spray.
Air fry the chicken nuggets for 12-15 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and cooked through. For baking, cook for about 15-20 minutes, ensuring to flip halfway.
Check for doneness by ensuring the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
Serve warm with your favorite low-sodium dipping sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1502 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 25.4 g | 33% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.2 g | 31% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 564 mg | 188% | |
| Sodium | 435 mg | 19% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 152.0 g | 55% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.6 g | 24% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.4 g | ||
| Protein | 151.0 g | 302% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 153 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 9.9 mg | 55% | |
| Potassium | 1350 mg | 29% | |
*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.
