This easy recipe for Homemade Chicken Nuggets are baked in the oven with olive oil for a healthy alternative to your favorite fast food! They’re coated in a delicious breadcrumb and parmesan mixture for a perfectly crispy coating that sticks to the nuggets, perfect for dunking in your favorite dipping sauce.
I’ve been wanting to make homemade chicken nuggets for a while, and I can’t believe I put it off for so long.
But now that I know I can make equally delicious – but healthier – chicken nuggets at home? With a homemade honey mustard sauce to boot? I’m definitely not going to be as tempted to go there anymore!
These nuggets are made of cut up chicken breast meat, coated in a mixture of olive oil, breadcrumbs, parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper. You can add other spices to the mix if you want. And because the chicken is cut into such small pieces, it only takes about 12 minutes to bake!
You’re going to love this easy kid-friendly dinner idea that’s delicious whether you’re 2 or 92. I mean, who doesn’t love a good chicken nugget?
DirectionsPreheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).Cut chicken breasts into 1 1/2-inch pieces. … Dip chicken pieces into the melted butter first, then coat with the bread crumb mixture. … Bake nuggets in the preheated oven until browned and chicken is cooked through, about 20 minutes.
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Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
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Cut chicken breasts into 1 1/2-inch pieces. …
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Dip chicken pieces into the melted butter first, then coat with the bread crumb mixture. …
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Bake nuggets in the preheated oven until browned and chicken is cooked through, about 20 minutes.
Ingredient Substitutions and Variations
- For a dairy free version, omit the parmesan cheese and use 2 tablespoons more breadcrumbs. If you do this, add more salt as well to make up for the lack of salty cheese.
- For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free breadcrumbs.
- For a low-carb version, use crumbled up pork rinds instead of breadcrumbs.
- Add some other spices to the breadcrumb mixture, such as Italian seasoning, oregano, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, paprika… get creative! You can also use Italian-Style Seasoned Bread Crumbs for this recipe.
- Romano or Asagio or another hard, aged cheese may be used in place of the parmesan cheese.
- Melted butter or another oil may be used instead of the extra-virgin olive oil.
- Chicken thighs may be substituted for chicken breasts.
Can you freeze them?
YES! Make a bunch of these healthy baked chicken nuggets in bulk and stash in your freezer for an easy dinner or lunch option.
Cook them as directed. Flash freeze the chicken nuggets by placing them on a baking sheet in the freezer for about 30 minutes. Freezing them this way will prevent them from sticking together in the freezer.
Once they’re flash frozen, and store them in an airtight bag, squeezing as much air out as possible. You can keep them in the freezer for about 2 months.
Then, when you are ready to bake, place the frozen nuggets on a baking sheet and bake at 350 degrees for about 30 minutes, or until fully heated up, flipping once halfway through.
How To Cook: Frozen Chicken Nuggets in the Oven
FAQ
How long to heat nuggets in oven?
How long to cook frozen chicken nuggets at 375?
How do you know when chicken nuggets are done in the oven?
How long to cook frozen chicken nuggets?
However, a general guideline is to cook them for about 15-20 minutes at 400°F (200°C). To cook frozen chicken nuggets in the oven, preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Place the frozen nuggets on a baking sheet, making sure they are not touching each other. This allows for even cooking and ensures they brown evenly.
How long does it take to bake chicken nuggets?
These nuggets are made of cut up chicken breast meat, coated in a mixture of olive oil, breadcrumbs, parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper. You can add other spices to the mix if you want. And because the chicken is cut into such small pieces, it only takes about 12 minutes to bake!
Can You bake chicken nuggets in the oven?
These healthy chicken nuggets are baked in the oven for a quick and easy, mess-free meal! Here’s how. First, cut some chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces, about 1-inch in size. Place them in a bowl and coat them in 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
What temperature should chicken nuggets be cooked at?
While the standard cooking temperature for chicken nuggets is 400°F (200°C), there may be instances where you need to adjust the oven temperature. Adjusting the oven temperature can help you achieve the desired level of crispiness or prevent the nuggets from burning. Here are a few scenarios where you may need to adjust the temperature: