Chicken Nuggets(Microwave)

Prep: 10 min Cook: 10 min Serves: 5 Cuisine: American

Crispy microwave chicken nuggets packed with cheesy flavors, perfect as an appetizer or quick meal, suitable for all ages and easy to customize with favorite seasonings.

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Ingredients

  • 3 chicken breasts, boned, skinned and cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 4 tablespoons grated Cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup fine dried bread crumbs
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon oregano
  • dash of pepper
  • 1/2 cup butter or margarine, melted

Instructions

  1. Combine Parmesan cheese, Cheddar cheese, bread crumbs, garlic powder, salt, oregano, and pepper in a bowl.
  2. Blend the dry ingredients well.
  3. Dip chicken pieces into melted butter or margarine.
  4. Roll the coated chicken in the crumb mixture until evenly coated.
  5. Arrange the coated chicken in a single layer in an 8 x 10-inch microwavable dish.
  6. Cover the dish with plastic wrap, poking several holes in the plastic.
  7. Cook the chicken in the microwave on the normal setting for 10 minutes or until cooked through.
  8. Serve hot or cold as an appetizer or main dish.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

716 kcal 36% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 31.1g 62% DV
Total Fat 39.6g 51% DV
Carbs 65.6g 24% DV
Fiber 14.9g 53% DV
Sugar 4.2g 8% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 10363.5mg 100% DV
Potassium 952.3mg 20% DV
Cholesterol 120.8mg 40% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 125.8mcg 14% DV
Vitamin C 21.6mg 24% DV
Vitamin D 0.3mcg 1% DV
Calcium 854.5mg 66% DV
Iron 13.5mg 75% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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