A Chef's Favorite Homemade Chicken Nuggets Recipe (8 Ingredients, 30 Minutes) Budget Recipes High Protein Recipes Chicken Recipes Dinner Lunch Appetizers Snacks

My chicken nuggets are better than theirs (you know who I'm talking about)! Yep, I said it. Just say no to fast food and make these delicious homemade chicken nuggets in 30 minutes or less. So simple, and the whole family will love these tasty tenders. These crispy chicken nuggets make an easy lunch, dinner or even a fun snack.

To make this easy, budget-friendly chicken nuggets recipe you will need the following ingredients from your fridge and pantry: chicken breast tenders (read about the health benefits of protein), Greek yogurt or ranch dressing, garlic powder, ground paprika, black pepper, kosher salt, dried Italian seasoning and cornflakes or panko breadcrumbs.

These baked chicken nuggets are a delicious adult-and kid-friendly high-protein dinner or lunch. The little juicy chicken nuggets are also perfect snacks during the day or appetizers at family get-togethers. This is the perfect budget recipe!

Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups plain Greek yogurt or ranch dressing
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning (if only using yogurt to coat)
• 1 cup crushed cornflakes or panko (I like it better with the cereal)
• 2 pounds chicken breast tenders, halved lengthwise or cut into chunks

Optional Dipping Sauce

• equal parts of brown mustard and honey

Here’s how to make it:

1. In a gallon-size plastic zipper bag, add the yogurt or ranch dressing – or a combination of both. (I like ranch best!) Add the Italian seasoning if you’re only using yogurt.
2. In another gallon-size plastic zipper bag, add the cereal. Smash into large crumbs.
3. Season the chicken with the spices on the front and back. Dip into the wet ingredients to completely coat, and then dip into the dry ingredients to completely coat.
4. Bake at 350 degrees F for about 15 to 20 minutes or until cooked, turning at the midway point.
5. While the chicken bakes, make the dip by combining equal parts of the mustard and honey. Serve the nuggets with the sauce, if desired.

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