Dairy-Free Baked Chicken Nuggets

Elevate your snack game with these irresistibly crispy Dairy-Free Baked Chicken Nuggets—perfect for both kids and adults! Made with tender, bite-sized pieces of chicken breast, these nuggets are coated in a flavorful blend of panko breadcrumbs, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and other pantry staples, then baked to golden perfection. Instead of traditional dairy, the recipe uses a clever combination of unsweetened almond milk and apple cider vinegar for a moist, tangy base that keeps the nuggets juicy inside. Ready in just 35 minutes, these homemade nuggets are a healthier, dairy-free alternative to fast food, making them a hit for weeknight dinners, lunchboxes, or game-day snacking. Pair them with your favorite dipping sauce for an extra touch of deliciousness!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 0.5 cup unsweetened almond milk
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
• 1 large egg
• 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces, approximately 1 to 1.5 inches in size.

Step 3

In a shallow bowl, combine the almond milk and apple cider vinegar. Let sit for about 5 minutes until it begins to thicken slightly.

Step 4

Whisk an egg into the almond milk mixture until well combined.

Step 5

In another bowl, mix the panko breadcrumbs, olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.

Step 6

Dip each piece of chicken into the almond milk mixture, allowing the excess to drip off.

Step 7

Then coat the chicken in the panko breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to ensure the breadcrumbs adhere.

Step 8

Place the breaded chicken nuggets on the prepared baking sheet, leaving a small space between each piece.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the nuggets are golden brown and the chicken is fully cooked.

Step 10

Remove the nuggets from the oven and let them rest for a couple of minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(729.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1317.7

Total Fat 52.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 10.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.0g
Cholesterol 571.6mg	0%
Sodium 2005.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 46.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.5g	0%
Total Sugars 4.3g
Protein 155.9g	0%

Vitamin D 89.5IU	0%
Calcium 329.9mg	0%
Iron 8.5mg	0%
Potassium 1391.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 37.0%

Protein: 48.6%

Carbs: 14.4%