Easy Parmesan Chicken Nuggets

Crispy, golden, and bursting with flavor, these Easy Parmesan Chicken Nuggets are a healthier, homemade twist on a classic favorite. Perfectly seasoned with garlic powder, paprika, and grated Parmesan cheese, each tender bite is coated in crunchy panko breadcrumbs for an irresistible texture. Baked to perfection in just 20 minutes, these chicken nuggets are an excellent choice for busy weeknight dinners or fun family gatherings. With simple ingredients and a quick prep time of just 15 minutes, this recipe delivers on both convenience and taste. Serve these Parmesan chicken nuggets with your favorite dipping sauce for a crowd-pleasing meal that's sure to become a household favorite! Keywords: Easy Parmesan Chicken Nuggets, crispy chicken nuggets, baked chicken bites, healthy chicken recipes, family-friendly dinner.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound chicken breasts
• 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 large eggs
• 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
• 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 as needed oil spray

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.

Step 2

Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces, about 1-1.5 inches thick each.

Step 3

Set up a breading station with three shallow bowls. In the first bowl, place the flour. In the second bowl, beat the eggs. In the third bowl, mix the panko breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.

Step 4

Dredge each chicken piece in the flour, shaking off the excess. Next, dip it into the beaten eggs, allowing the excess to drip off. Finally, coat it thoroughly in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing lightly to ensure the coating sticks well.

Step 5

Place the coated chicken nuggets on the prepared baking sheet, leaving a bit of space between each piece.

Step 6

Lightly spray the chicken nuggets with oil spray to help them crisp up in the oven.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, flipping the nuggets halfway through the cooking time to ensure they are golden and crispy on both sides.

Step 8

Remove from the oven and let the nuggets cool slightly before serving. Enjoy with your favorite dipping sauce!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	712.4 grams (712.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1481

Total Fat 41.00g	53%
Saturated Fat 15.80g	79%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 785mg	262%
Sodium 2676mg	116%
Total Carbohydrate 89.00g	32%
Dietary Fiber 4.20g	15%
Total Sugars 4.20g
Protein 181.80g	364%

Vitamin D 82IU	410%
Calcium 574mg	44%
Iron 10mg	58%
Potassium 261mg	6%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 25.4%

Protein: 50.1%

Carbs: 24.5%