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Light Chicken Nuggets Recipe

Craving chicken nuggets without the guilt? These baked chicken nuggets are a healthy, crispy, and incredibly tasty alternative to fast food! Inspired by a coworker's recipe, but made even better, these nuggets are perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a fun family meal. Get ready for a flavor explosion that's both satisfying and surprisingly light!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 32 mins
Calories 676 kcal
Protein 99g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
Light Chicken Nuggets

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Ingredients for Light Chicken Nuggets

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How to Make Light Chicken Nuggets

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Lightly grease two large baking sheets with cooking spray.
  3. Cut 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts into 1-inch pieces.
  4. In a large resealable plastic bag, combine 1 cup all-purpose flour, 2 tablespoons chili powder, and 1 teaspoon salt. Add chicken pieces, a few at a time, shaking to evenly coat.
  5. In a shallow dish, whisk together 1 large egg and 1/4 cup milk.
  6. Place 1 1/2 cups breadcrumbs in another shallow dish.
  7. Using tongs, dip each chicken piece into the egg mixture, allowing excess to drip off, then dredge in breadcrumbs, pressing gently to adhere.
  8. Arrange coated nuggets in a single layer on the prepared baking sheets, leaving at least 1 inch between each nugget.
  9. Bake for 6 minutes.
  10. Flip the nuggets carefully using tongs.
  11. Bake for another 6 minutes.
  12. Bake for an additional 6-8 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and the nuggets are golden brown and crispy. Cooking time may vary depending on your oven.
  13. Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

28 g

Sugar

7g

Fat

52g

Carbs

10g

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