Homemade Chicken Nuggets

Homemade Chicken Nuggets

Time to Table:
< 45 minutes
Contains:
dairy
Servings:
4
Quick Weeknight Meal
Chicken nuggets might be the ultimate comfort food! Try out this simple homemade version that will please parents and kids alike. They are crispy and delicious right out of the oven. Enjoy them with your family’s favorite dipping sauce.
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How to Make It

Ingredients

  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup non-fat plain yogurt
  • 3 cups cornflakes, crushed
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper

Preparation

1
Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
2
Lightly grease a cooking sheet with cooking spray.
3
Cut chicken in 1 ½ inch pieces.
4
Place chicken in a bowl and coat each with yogurt.
5
Mix the crushed cornflakes, thyme, and pepper in a bowl.
6
Coat each chicken piece in the cereal mixture and place on the cookie sheet.
7
Bake for 25 minutes or until cooked through.
Recipe Tips

To make allergen friendly, swap out the ingredients to fit your family’s needs. Choose a gluten-free crunchy cereal to make gluten-free. For a dairy-free option, use unsweetened plant-based yogurt.

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

Calories:
 
235
Protein:
 
30.8g
Carbohydrate:
 
23.4g
Fat:
 
1.7g
Sodium:
 
272mg
Fiber:
 
1g
Calcium:
 
142mg
Iron:
 
7.4mg
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