Lemon Chicken Nuggets

Prep: 40 min Cook: 10 min Serves: 4 Cuisine: American

Crispy lemon chicken nuggets bursting with zesty citrus flavor, perfect for a quick snack or family dinner, appealing to all ages who love savory, tangy bites.

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Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup flour
  • 2 teaspoons seasoned salt
  • 2 teaspoons paprika
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon oregano
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 pound chicken
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons lemon juice

Instructions

  1. Cube the chicken into bite-sized pieces and marinate in lemon juice for 30 minutes.
  2. In a bowl, combine flour, seasoned salt, paprika, onion powder, oregano, and garlic powder to make the breading mixture.
  3. Coat the marinated chicken pieces thoroughly with the breading mixture.
  4. Fry the coated chicken pieces in hot oil until golden brown and cooked through.
  5. Drain on paper towels and serve hot.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

426 kcal 21% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 19.6g 39% DV
Total Fat 5.5g 7% DV
Carbs 89.8g 33% DV
Fiber 26.1g 93% DV
Sugar 6.5g 13% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 10011.8mg 100% DV
Potassium 1576.3mg 34% DV
Cholesterol 12.8mg 4% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 637.5mcg 71% DV
Vitamin C 7mg 8% DV
Vitamin D 0mcg
Calcium 586.8mg 45% DV
Iron 18.2mg 100% DV

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

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