Low Fat Baked Chicken Nuggets

Indulge in the guilt-free comfort of these Low Fat Baked Chicken Nuggets—a flavorful, healthier twist on a classic favorite. Made with tender, bite-sized pieces of boneless, skinless chicken breasts, these nuggets are marinated in low-fat buttermilk for ultimate juiciness, then coated in a crispy blend of whole wheat breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, and a medley of savory spices like garlic powder, paprika, and onion powder. Baked to golden perfection in just 20 minutes, these nuggets skimp on fat but not on flavor, making them an ideal choice for both kids and health-conscious adults. Pair with your favorite dipping sauce and serve as a quick weeknight dinner or a crowd-pleasing party snack. Perfectly crispy, protein-packed, and oven-baked—your search for the ultimate healthy chicken nugget recipe ends here!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 cup low-fat buttermilk
• 1 cup whole wheat breadcrumbs
• 0.25 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoon paprika
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0 cooking spray

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and lightly coat with cooking spray.

Step 2

Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces, approximately 1.5 inches each.

Step 3

In a shallow bowl, pour the low-fat buttermilk.

Step 4

In another shallow dish, combine the whole wheat breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, black pepper, and salt. Mix well to evenly distribute the spices.

Step 5

Dip each piece of chicken in the buttermilk, allowing any excess buttermilk to drip off.

Step 6

Next, dredge the buttermilk-coated chicken piece in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to ensure the coating adheres well. Place the coated chicken piece on the prepared baking sheet.

Step 7

Repeat the process with the remaining chicken pieces.

Step 8

Lightly spray the tops of the coated chicken pieces with cooking spray. This helps achieve a crisp golden brown during baking.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the chicken nuggets are cooked through and the coating is crisp and golden. Ensure the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).

Step 10

Serve the baked chicken nuggets hot with your choice of dipping sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(846.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1382.2

Total Fat 30.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 11.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 415.6mg	0%
Sodium 2915.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 95.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.9g	0%
Total Sugars 16.2g
Protein 173.2g	0%

Vitamin D 131.5IU	0%
Calcium 646.1mg	0%
Iron 10.8mg	0%
Potassium 1908.9mg	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: 20.6%

Protein: 51.3%

Carbs: 28.1%