Homemade Panko Chicken Nuggets

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Jun 10

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Homemade crispy chicken nuggets with **real ingredients!** Baking these nuggets makes them a much healthier option so you enjoy so much more.

Nuggets are everyone’s favourite childhood snack. Tender, juicy chicken with a flavourful, crispy crust. They are sure to become your favourite too and will be a life saver when you or your kids ask the famous question, older than time itself - “What’s for dinner?”

Break the taboo of crispy chicken being associated with unhealthy, greasy, fast food junk! These homemade crispy chicken nuggets are made with fresh chicken breast. These chicken nuggets are rich in protein and are far healthier than fast food or even frozen chicken nuggets!

Plus they are so versatile, they can be used for snacks with your favourite dip or enjoyed for dinner such as General Tao’s Chicken or a lean green salad.

My favourite dips include:

Incredible & Easy Homemade Guacmaole
Barbecue Sauce
Buffalo Sauce
Honey Mustard Sauce

Ingredients for Homemade Panko Chicken Nuggets

Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast: If you are able to get farm raised or organic chicken breast, they will work best since they are usually more tender and juicier.
All-Purpose Flour: Dredging the chicken pieces in flour helps create a sticky layer for the breadcrumbs once dipped in the egg. The flour is seasoned for add flavour both inside and outside the crispy crust.
Eggs: This is our sticking agent, which works with the flour to get on the crispy breadcrumbs. You can substitute 1 whole egg with 50 grams of egg whites for an even more low-fat affair.
Panko Breadcrumbs: These breadcrumbs originate from Japan and make for the crispiest crusts. I would recommend you use this instead of regular bread crumbs if a “big crunch” is what you and your family is after!
Dried Thyme: The subtle, lemony flavour adds fragrance to the baked nuggets and adds a ton of flavour.
Cayenne Pepper: This can be substituted for mild paprika if you are sensitive to heat.
Salt and Pepper: Season generously with salt and pepper since both the chicken and the crust elements need seasoning.

Can I Fry These Chicken Nuggets?

Absolutely! Heat oil in a skillet with 1/4 to 1/2 cup of oil on medium heat. Add breaded nuggets to hot oil and fry on each side until golden brown. Health Canada recommends a minimum internal temperature of 165°F in the centre.

Let me know what you think of this recipe in the comments! If you’ve tried this recipe, be sure to post it on social media and tag it with #cookingwithanadi and mention me @cookingwithanadi. Thank you!

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Baked, Healthy, Chicken

American

Yield: 2 (20-25) Pieces

Author: Anadi

Homemade Panko Chicken Nuggets

Chicken Nuggets are everyones favourites. This basic recipe will help make these deliciously crispy nuggets your own, be it dipped in BBQ Sauce, Hot Sauce or Maple Syrup! Plus, it is perfect to prepare in advance and freeze for those busy days at work.

Prep time: 20 MCook time: 10 MTotal time: 30 M

Ingredients:

1 chicken breast
50 g all purpose flour
1 large egg
2/3 Cup panko breadcrumbs
1/2 tsp thyme
1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
Dipping sauce of Choice
salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

Preheat the oven to 450 F.
Place the chicken in a Ziploc bag or between two sheets of plastic wrap and flatten it out to 1/4 inch thickness using a meat tenderizer. (Note: You can use a heavy pan or a rolling pin if you don't have a meat tenderizer.)
Measure out each of flour, egg and breadcrumbs in 3 separate plates/containers.
Season flour with salt, pepper and cayenne pepper. Season the breadcrumbs with thyme. Mix each well
Dip each piece of chicken in flour, shake of excess, dip in egg and then into the breadcrumbs. Coat well and press lightly with your hands to make sure breadcrumbs are well coated
Place the breaded chicken on a baking tray lined with a rack and bake for 9 minutes or until chicken is cooked. Flip the chicken and bake for three more minutes. Serve hot and enjoy!