Chicken Nuggets Recipe
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Chicken Nuggets

By: Cathryn White 
"'With a crisp golden coating, these moist and tender bite-size pieces of chicken are greeted with enthusiasm whenever I serve them as a hearty snack or party appetizer,' says Cathryn White of Newark, Delaware."

This Kitchen Approved Recipe has an average star rating of 4.5 Rate/Review | Read Reviews (102)

Prep Time:
15 Min
Cook Time:
15 Min
Ready In:
30 Min

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Original Recipe Yield 8 servings
 

Ingredients

  • 1 cup dry bread crumbs
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 teaspoons dried basil
  • 2 teaspoons dried thyme
  • 2 teaspoons paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon pepper
  • 3/4 cup butter, melted
  • 2 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes

Directions

  1. In a shallow bowl, combine the bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese and seasonings. Place butter in another shallow bowl. Dip chicken in butter, then roll in bread crumb mixture.
  2. Place in a greased 15-in. x 10-in. x 1-in. baking pan. Bake, uncovered, at 400 degrees F for 15-20 minutes or until juices run clear.
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The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 6, 2008 by Sara In Valpo   view full review
These are really truly wonderful. I put the nuggets in a bag and shook them because thats...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 11, 2008 by ENOXALLEN   view full review
Wonderful! I added hot sauce to the melted butter and a dash of cayenne to the breading to...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Sep. 22, 2007 by stacey   view full review
The best baked chicken nuggets i have had in a while. I marinated them in buttermilk for a...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Apr. 15, 2007 by Cemetery   view full review
Wow, these nuggets were flavorful and very easy to make. My husband & I gobbled them up!
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Feb. 26, 2008 by TERRIS911   view full review
These are easy, delicious, and a hit with my picky kids! We used melted "Smart Balance"...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 15, 2007 by Irmy   view full review
These chicken nuggets are very good.I served them with a garlic honey sauce. Did not change...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Apr. 30, 2007 by champagne   view full review
Thank you for this wonderful yet simple recipe. A healthier alternative to KFC/McDonalds...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Apr. 2, 2010 by KGora Supporting Member (Click to learn more about Supporting Membership)  view full review
This was a quick easy and tasty meal. I like the idea of making my own nuggets, that way I...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Apr. 30, 2008 by Kreativess   view full review
Made these along with some other appetizers to bring to a friends house, and wasnt really...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Apr. 4, 2007 by dwiebes   view full review
These were great little nuggets. I didn't use the parmesean because my husband doesn't like...

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