Recipe

Recipes

Baked Chicken Nuggets

Make chicken nuggets at home using cereal crumbs, spices, and herbs. You can cook them in the microwave or the oven.

4 servings234 calories

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 pounds chicken thighs, boneless, skinless
  • 1 cup ready-to-eat cereal, cornflakes
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon Italian herb seasoning
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon onion powder

Directions

  1. Wash hands with soap and water.
  2. Remove skin and bone; cut thighs into bite-sized pieces.
  3. Place cornflakes in plastic bag and crush by using a rolling pin.
  4. Add remaining ingredients to crushed cornflakes.
  5. Close bag tightly and shake until blended.
  6. Add a few chicken pieces at a time to crumb mixture.
  7. Shake to coat evenly.
  8. Conventional Method: Preheat oven to 400 °F. Lightly grease a cooking sheet.
  9. Place chicken pieces on cooking sheet so they are not touching.
  10. Bake until golden brown, about 12 to 14 minutes.
  11. Microwave Method: Lightly grease an 8x12 inch baking dish.
  12. Place chicken pieces on baking dish so they are not touching.
  13. Cover with waxed paper and cook on high.
  14. Rotate chicken every 2 to 3 minutes.
  15. Cook until tender, about 6 to 8 minutes.

Nutrition (per serving)

  • Serving size: about 3 ounces
  • 234 calories
  • Protein: 28.81 g
  • Fat: 9.48 g
  • Carbs: 6.53 g
  • Sodium: 173.94 mg
Baking

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