Accidentally The Best Baked Chicken Nuggets Ever Recipe

Get ready for a flavor explosion! These crispy baked chicken nuggets were a happy accident, born from experimenting with Chinese restaurant favorites. My picky daughter (a nugget connoisseur!) devoured them, and they're so easy to make. We're using a simplified version of a popular sweet and sour pork marinade (minus extra salt) and a fantastic baking technique from a lemon chicken recipe – resulting in juicy, perfectly seasoned nuggets. These are amazing on their own or with your favorite dipping sauce. Prepare to be amazed!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 35 mins
Calories 195.8 kcal
Protein 58g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Accidentally The Best Baked Chicken Nuggets Ever

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How to Make Accidentally The Best Baked Chicken Nuggets Ever

  1. Preheat oven to 450°F (232°C).
  2. In a bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup soy sauce, 1/4 cup cornstarch, 1/4 cup water, and 2 large eggs. Add 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breast cut into 1-inch pieces. Marinate for at least 10 minutes (longer is better!).
  3. In a separate bowl or large plastic bag, combine 1 cup all-purpose flour, 1 tablespoon chili powder, and 1 teaspoon black pepper.
  4. Dredge each marinated chicken piece in the flour mixture, ensuring it's fully coated.
  5. Arrange the coated chicken nuggets in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or sprayed with cooking spray.
  6. Generously spray the chicken nuggets with cooking spray.
  7. Bake for 20 minutes at 450°F (232°C), then flip the nuggets and bake for another 15 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through. Internal temperature should reach 165°F (74°C).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

9 g

Sugar

0g

Fat

4g

Carbs

3g