Description
Homemade chicken nuggets are a delightful, nostalgic treat that combines crispy exteriors with juicy, tender chicken. This easy recipe is perfect for family dinners or game nights and allows customization with your favorite dipping sauces. With a secret blend of spices and a golden-brown finish, these nuggets will have everyone asking for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 3–4 pieces)
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Cut chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces.
- Set up three bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with breadcrumbs mixed with salt and garlic powder.
- Dredge each chicken piece in flour, dip in eggs, then coat with breadcrumbs.
- Place coated nuggets on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 20 minutes, flipping halfway through until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 nuggets (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 120mg