No Fry Chicken Nuggets
Skip the frying and enjoy perfectly crispy, golden-brown "No Fry Chicken Nuggets" that are baked to perfection in the oven. This healthier twist on a classic favorite combines tender, juicy chicken breast with a flavorful coating of seasoned flour, Parmesan-infused breadcrumbs, and panko for the ultimate crunch. With just 20 minutes of prep and no need for deep-frying, these nuggets are a family-friendly option that’s quick, easy, and guilt-free. Serve them hot with your favorite dipping sauces—ketchup, honey mustard, or BBQ—and savor each bite of this wholesome, homemade alternative to fast-food nuggets. Perfect for picky eaters, meal prepping, or a crowd-pleasing snack!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Chicken breast
- 1 cup Plain breadcrumbs
- 1 cup Panko breadcrumbs
- 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 large Eggs
- 0.5 cup All-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- Cooking spray or olive oil spray
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil. Lightly spray it with cooking spray.
Cut the chicken breast into nugget-sized pieces, roughly 1.5-inch cubes. Pat them dry with a paper towel.
Set up a three-bowl dredging station. In the first bowl, mix the all-purpose flour, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. In the second bowl, beat the eggs until smooth. In the third bowl, combine the plain breadcrumbs, panko breadcrumbs, and Parmesan cheese.
Take one piece of chicken and coat it in the seasoned flour, shaking off the excess. Then, dip it into the beaten eggs, ensuring it is fully coated. Finally, coat it in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to adhere the crumbs to the chicken. Place on the prepared baking sheet.
Repeat the dredging steps for all chicken pieces, ensuring they are spaced slightly apart on the baking sheet.
Once all the chicken nuggets are coated, lightly spray them with cooking spray or olive oil spray. This will help achieve a golden and crispy exterior.
Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, flipping the nuggets halfway through to ensure even browning. Check that the chicken is fully cooked by cutting into a piece and ensuring it’s no longer pink inside, or use a meat thermometer (internal temperature should reach 75°C or 165°F).
Remove the nuggets from the oven and let them rest for 2-3 minutes before serving. Serve with your favorite dipping sauces, such as ketchup, BBQ, or honey mustard.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1526 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 32.0 g | 41% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.9 g | 50% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 450 mg | 150% | |
| Sodium | 5228 mg | 227% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 137.6 g | 50% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.4 g | 30% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.7 g | ||
| Protein | 171.2 g | 342% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 527 mg | 41% | |
| Iron | 11.5 mg | 64% | |
| Potassium | 1812 mg | 39% | |
*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.
