Low Sodium Crispy Oven-Baked Chicken Bites
Savor the guilt-free crunch of these Low Sodium Crispy Oven-Baked Chicken Bites, a healthier spin on a classic comfort food! Perfectly marinated in tangy buttermilk and coated with a seasoned blend of panko breadcrumbs, garlic powder, and paprika, these chicken bites deliver delicious flavor without the excess sodium. Baked to golden-brown perfection with a drizzle of melted unsalted butter, they offer all the crispiness of fried chicken in a lighter, oven-baked form. Fast and simple to prepare in under 40 minutes, this recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or crowd-pleasing appetizers. Serve these irresistibly crispy bites with a low-sodium dipping sauce or pair them with a fresh salad for a satisfying meal the whole family will love!
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Ingredients
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 as needed cooking spray
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 medium bowl, pour the buttermilk over the chicken pieces, ensuring they are fully submerged. Let them marinate for about 15 minutes.
Step 4
In a shallow dish, combine panko breadcrumbs, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, black pepper, and Italian seasoning.
Step 5
Remove the chicken from the buttermilk, allowing excess to drip off, and coat each piece thoroughly in the breadcrumb mixture.
Step 6
Place the coated chicken bites on the prepared baking sheet. Drizzle the melted butter evenly over each piece to enhance crispness.
Step 7
Lightly spray the tops of the chicken bites with cooking spray.
Step 8
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and golden brown. The internal temperature should reach 165°F (75°C).
Step 9
Remove from the oven and let rest for a few minutes before serving.
Step 10
Serve immediately with your choice of low sodium dipping sauce or a fresh salad.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (786.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1332.1 |
| Total Fat 49.9g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 23.8g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g | |
| Cholesterol 474.4mg | 0% |
| Sodium 938.9mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 57.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 3.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 15.8g | |
| Protein 157.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 149.6IU | 0% |
| Calcium 394.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 8.0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1612.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories