Name: Baked Chicken Nuggets
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: American

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Baked Chicken Nuggets

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 400F degrees.

Beat the egg in a shallow bowl.

Place the panko, garlic powder, herbs and salt in a separate shallow bowl and stir to combine.

Dip the chicken chunks in the egg and then in the breadcrumbs. Keep one hand clean for rolling in the breadcrumbs. Make sure the chicken chunks are completely covered.

Place on a parchment lined baking sheet. Spray each piece with oil.

Bake for 18-20 minutes.

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Pound Chicken Evenly 🔨
Cut chicken breasts into nugget-sized pieces and gently pound them to uniform thickness, ensuring they cook evenly and stay tender throughout baking.
Double-Dredge for Crunch 🥚
Dip nuggets in beaten egg, then panko, then back into egg and panko again for an extra-crispy exterior that rivals fried versions without the oil.
Chill Before Baking ❄️
Refrigerate breaded nuggets for at least 30 minutes (or freeze up to 3 months) before baking so the coating adheres better and crisps up beautifully.
Toast Your Panko First 🍞
Lightly toast panko crumbs in a dry skillet for 2-3 minutes before breading to deepen their color, enhance nutty flavor, and achieve superior crispiness.
Season the Coating Generously 🧂
Mix Italian herbs, garlic powder, and kosher salt directly into the panko mixture rather than just on the chicken for bold, consistent seasoning in every bite.