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Healthy Homemade Chicken Nuggets

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 350
Enjoy these crispy, baked chicken nuggets made with wholesome ingredients for a healthier snack or meal.

Ingredients

Protein

  • 1.5 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts (cut into 1-inch pieces)
  • 2 large eggs eggs
  • 1 tablespoon water

Breading

  • 0.75 cup almond flour
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Crushed Cornflakes

  • 1.5 cups cornflakes (crushed)

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • In a bowl, beat eggs with water. In another bowl, combine almond flour, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Place crushed cornflakes in a third bowl.
  • Dip chicken pieces into the egg mixture, then coat with the almond flour mixture, and finally roll in crushed cornflakes.
  • Arrange coated chicken pieces on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 20 minutes until golden and cooked through.
  • Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.

Notes

For extra flavor, add herbs or spices of your choice to the coating mixture.
Calories: 350kcal
Cost: $12
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: chicken, Healthy, nuggets