Description
Golden, crispy chicken nuggets baked until crunchy on the outside and juicy in the center. This easy homemade version is packed with simple seasoning and perfect for dipping.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 1/2 cups panko breadcrumbs
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly oil it. Place a wire rack on top if using.
- Set up three bowls. Put the flour in the first bowl. Add the beaten eggs to the second bowl. In the third bowl, mix the panko breadcrumbs, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, black pepper, and olive oil.
- Dip each piece of chicken into the flour, then into the beaten eggs, then into the seasoned breadcrumb mixture. Press gently so the crumbs stick well.
- Arrange the coated chicken pieces on the prepared baking sheet with space between them.
- Bake for 16 to 18 minutes, flipping once halfway through, until golden and cooked through.
- Let the nuggets rest for 2 to 3 minutes after baking.
- Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauces.
Notes
- Pat the chicken dry before breading so the coating sticks better.
- Do not crowd the pan or the nuggets may steam instead of crisp up.
- For extra browning, lightly spray the tops with oil before baking.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheat in the oven or air fryer.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 135mg
Keywords: chicken nuggets, homemade nuggets, baked chicken bites, crispy chicken, easy dinner recipe