Dairy-Free Mini Chicken Nuggets

Perfectly crispy, golden-brown, and 100% dairy-free, these Mini Chicken Nuggets are a game-changer for quick, kid-friendly meals or snack time. Made with tender, bite-sized pieces of chicken breast coated in a flavorful blend of paprika, garlic, and onion powder, these nuggets deliver all the comforting nostalgia of a classic favorite without the dairy. A light almond milk and egg batter ensures a moist interior, while panko breadcrumbs create the irresistibly crunchy exterior, all baked to perfection in just 15 minutes. With a simple prep and a healthier baked approach, these nuggets are ideal for busy weeknights or as a crowd-pleasing appetizer. Pair them with your favorite dipping sauce for a gluten-free-friendly, dairy-free delight the whole family will love!

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Chicken breast
• 1 cup All-purpose flour
• 0.5 cup Cornstarch
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 cup Unsweetened almond milk
• 1 Egg
• 2 cups Panko breadcrumbs
• 0.25 cup Olive oil

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Cut the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces, approximately 1-inch cubes.

Step 3

In a shallow dish, combine the flour, cornstarch, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and black pepper. Mix well.

Step 4

In another bowl, whisk together the unsweetened almond milk and egg until well combined.

Step 5

Place the panko breadcrumbs in a third bowl.

Step 6

Dip each piece of chicken into the flour mixture, shaking off any excess.

Step 7

Next, dip the floured chicken into the almond milk and egg mixture, allowing any excess to drip off.

Step 8

Finally, coat the chicken pieces in the panko breadcrumbs, pressing gently to adhere the breadcrumbs.

Step 9

Arrange the breaded chicken pieces on the prepared baking sheet.

Step 10

Drizzle the olive oil evenly over the chicken nuggets.

Step 11

Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the coating is golden and crispy.

Step 12

Allow the nuggets to cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy your dairy-free mini chicken nuggets with your favorite dipping sauce!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1070.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2263.3

Total Fat 87.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 15.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 9.9g
Cholesterol 586.1mg	0%
Sodium 4781.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 207.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.1g	0%
Total Sugars 7.8g
Protein 162.4g	0%

Vitamin D 135.8IU	0%
Calcium 581.7mg	0%
Iron 15.0mg	0%
Potassium 1682.2mg	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: 34.7%

Protein: 28.7%

Carbs: 36.6%