Tender Chicken Nuggets

Prep: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves: 4 Cuisine: American

Crispy, tender chicken nuggets coated in seasoned bread crumbs and Parmesan cheese, perfect for a quick snack or kid-friendly meal with savory flavors and satisfying crunch.

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Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup seasoned bread crumbs
  • 1 tablespoon Parmesan cheese
  • 1 egg white
  • 1 pound boneless chicken breast, cut into 1-inch cubes

Instructions

  1. In a large resealable bag, combine bread crumbs and Parmesan cheese.
  2. In a shallow bowl, beat the egg white.
  3. Dip the chicken pieces in the egg white, then place in the bag and shake to coat.
  4. Place the coated chicken in a 15 x 10-inch baking pan sprayed with nonstick cooking spray.
  5. Bake, uncovered, at 400°F (200°C) for 12 to 15 minutes or until chicken is cooked through.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

318 kcal 16% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 19.4g 39% DV
Total Fat 4.6g 6% DV
Carbs 49.4g 18% DV
Fiber 1.1g 4% DV
Sugar 2.1g 4% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 798.8mg 35% DV
Potassium 424mg 9% DV
Cholesterol 82.3mg 27% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 26.3mcg 3% DV
Vitamin C 0.1mg
Vitamin D 0mcg
Calcium 305.5mg 24% DV
Iron 3mg 17% 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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