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Baked chicken nuggets recipe card – high-protein baked snack from Flexible Feasts

Baked Chicken Nuggets

Crispy, golden Baked Chicken Nuggets coated in a seasoned Panko breadcrumb crust and baked to perfection. High-protein, easy to make at home, and way better than frozen.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Rest Time 10 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Main
Cuisine: American
Calories: 370
Ingredients Method Video Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken
  • 3 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts
Flour Mixture
  • 1 cup flour
Breadcrumb Mixture
  • 2 ¼ Cups Panko Bread Crumbs
  • 2 tbsp Garlic Powder
  • 1 tbsp Onion Powder
  • 2 tbsp Smoked Paprika
  • 2 tbsp Italian Seasoning
  • 1 tbsp salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
Egg Wash
  • 4 Large Eggs

Directions
 

  1. Cut your chicken into small nugget-sized pieces.
  2. In one bowl, add your eggs and whisk until mixed.
  3. In a second bowl, add your flour.
  4. In a third bowl, add your panko bread crumbs along with your seasonings and mix.
  5. Preheat your oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and lightly spray it with non-stick cooking spray.
  6. Take a chicken piece and dip it into the flour first, coating it evenly. Dip your chicken piece into the egg/oil mixture next. Finally, dip it in the panko breadcrumbs and gently press to ensure the breadcrumbs stick.
  7. Place the chicken piece on the baking pan. Repeat this process.
  8. Bake at 400°F for 15-20 minutes.

Video

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat in the oven at 375°F for 8-10 minutes to restore crispiness. These freeze well before baking for easy meal prep.