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Baked Chicken Nuggets

Make chicken nuggets at home using cereal crumbs, spices, and herbs. You can cook them in the microwave or the oven.

  • 14 minutes
  • 4 Servings
  • $3.00 - $5.99

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 pounds chicken thighs, boneless, skinless
  • 1 cup ready-to-eat cereal, cornflakes
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon Italian herb seasoning
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon onion powder

Steps

1

Wash hands with soap and water.

2

Remove skin and bone; cut thighs into bite-sized pieces.

3

Place cornflakes in plastic bag and crush by using a rolling pin.

4

Add remaining ingredients to crushed cornflakes. Close bag tightly and shake until blended.

5

Add a few chicken pieces at a time to crumb mixture. Shake to coat evenly.

6

Preheat oven to 400 °F. Lightly grease a cooking sheet.

7

Place chicken pieces on cooking sheet so they are not touching.

8

Bake until golden brown, about 12 to 14 minutes.

9

Lightly grease an 8x12 inch baking dish.

10

Place chicken pieces on baking dish so they are not touching. Cover with waxed paper and cook on high.

11

Rotate chicken every 2 to 3 minutes. Cook until tender, about 6 to 8 minutes.

12

Place chicken on cutting board. Remove skin from thighs.

13

Turn chicken thighs over.

14

Cut around bone and remove it.

Ingredients

Serving Size: about 3 ounces

NutrientsAmount
Total Calories158
Total Fat6 g
Saturated Fat2 g
Monounsaturated Fat2 g
Polyunsaturated Fat1 g
Linoleic Acid1 g
α-Linolenic Acid0.1 g
Omega 3 - EPA4 mg
Omega 3 - DHA3 mg
Cholesterol99 mg
Carbohydrates7 g
Dietary Fiber1 g
Total Sugars1 g
Added Sugars included1 g
Protein18 g
Minerals
Calcium13 mg
Potassium233 mg
Sodium115 mg
Copper60 mcg
Iron3 mg
Magnesium22 mg
Phosphorus169 mg
Selenium20 mcg
Zinc1 mg
Vitamins
Vitamin A54 mcg RAE
Vitamin B60.5 mg
Vitamin B120.7 mg
Vitamin C2 mg
Vitamin D0 mcg
Vitamin E0 mg
Vitamin K4 mcg
Folate45 mcg DFE
Thiamin0.2 mg
Riboflavin0.3 mg
Niacin6 mg
Choline54 mg

Source:

  • Recipes and Tips for Healthy, Thrifty Meals
  • USDA Center for Nutrition Policy and Promotion