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Crispy Baked Homemade Chicken Nuggets

A close-up of crispy, golden homemade chicken nuggets piled on a white plate, one nugget is broken open showing the white chicken inside.
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Make irresistible, crispy homemade chicken nuggets using simple ingredients. This recipe uses chicken breast and baking to achieve a satisfying crunch, making it a healthier, family-friendly weeknight meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
  • 1.5 cups panko breadcrumbs
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
  • 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
  • Cooking spray

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a baking sheet or line it with parchment paper.
  2. Set up a standard breading station with three shallow dishes. Place the flour in the first dish.
  3. Whisk the eggs in the second dish.
  4. Combine the panko breadcrumbs, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder in the third dish. Mix these dry ingredients well.
  5. Take one piece of chicken and dredge it thoroughly in the flour, shaking off any excess.
  6. Dip the floured chicken piece into the beaten egg, allowing excess to drip off.
  7. Press the chicken piece firmly into the seasoned panko mixture until it is completely coated.
  8. Place the coated nugget onto the prepared baking sheet. Repeat this process for all chicken pieces.
  9. Lightly spray the tops of the coated nuggets generously with cooking spray to help them crisp up.
  10. Bake for 12-15 minutes, flipping the nuggets halfway through the cooking time.
  11. Continue baking until the nuggets are golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  12. Serve your crispy homemade chicken nuggets immediately with your favorite dipping sauce.

Notes

  • For an air fryer method, cook at 380°F (195°C) for 10-12 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through.
  • You can substitute ground chicken for breast pieces; shape the mixture into nugget forms before breading.
  • To make these nuggets freezer-friendly, place the uncooked, breaded nuggets on a tray in the freezer until solid, then transfer them to a freezer bag for later use.

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