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Baked Chicken Nuggets with Crispy Panko Coating

Crispy Baked Chicken Nuggets with Panko Coating Made Easy

Baked Chicken Nuggets with Crispy Panko Coating is a healthier twist on a classic favorite, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Total Time 33 minutes
Servings: 4 nuggets
Course: dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Coating
  • 1 cup Panko Breadcrumbs Toast to enhance flavor
  • 2 tablespoons Vegetable Oil Olive or avocado oil works too
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Can substitute with fresh garlic
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder Optional
  • ½ teaspoon Black Pepper Adjust according to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Or cayenne pepper for extra kick
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt Use sea salt if desired
For the Chicken
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Can substitute gluten-free
  • 1 large Egg Use a flax egg for vegan option
  • 1 pound Boneless Chicken Breast Chicken thighs can be used

Equipment

  • oven
  • large bowl
  • shallow dish
  • wire rack
  • baking sheet

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, toss panko breadcrumbs with vegetable oil, then spread on the baking sheet and toast for 3-5 minutes.
  3. Combine toasted panko with garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, paprika, and kosher salt in a bowl.
  4. Set up a breading station with flour in one dish and a beaten egg in another.
  5. Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces and season them with kosher salt.
  6. Dredge each piece of chicken in flour, dip in egg, and coat with the panko mixture.
  7. Place the coated chicken nuggets on a wire rack over a baking sheet, and bake for 15-18 minutes until golden brown.
  8. Let chicken nuggets cool slightly before serving with your favorite dipping sauces.

Nutrition

Serving: 4nuggetsCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 25gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 1gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

For crispy nuggets, use a wire rack while baking and avoid overcrowding on the baking sheet.

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