Soy-Free Baked Chicken Nuggets
Satisfy your cravings for crispy, golden nuggets with this Soy-Free Baked Chicken Nuggets recipe, a wholesome twist on the classic comfort food. Made with tender pieces of marinated chicken breast coated in a deliciously seasoned blend of all-purpose flour and cornmeal, these nuggets are baked to perfection, not fried, making them a healthier option. The subtle hints of garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika in the buttermilk marinade infuse each bite with irresistible flavor, while a light spray of olive oil ensures the coating turns beautifully crisp in the oven. Perfect for kids, family dinners, or meal prepping, this recipe provides a quick and easy way to enjoy homemade chicken nuggets without any soy-based ingredients. Pair with your favorite dipping sauces for a crowd-pleasing dish that's as easy as it is delicious!
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Ingredients
- 500 grams Chicken breast
- 240 ml Buttermilk
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 120 grams All-purpose flour
- 60 grams Cornmeal
- 1 large Egg
- 60 ml Milk
- 1 bottle Olive oil spray
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 200 degrees Celsius (400 degrees Fahrenheit) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 2
Cut the chicken breast into bite-sized nugget pieces, roughly 1 to 1.5 inches in size.
Step 3
In a large bowl, combine the buttermilk, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Add the chicken pieces to this mixture, ensuring they are well coated. Let them marinate for at least 10 minutes.
Step 4
In a shallow bowl, mix the all-purpose flour and cornmeal together.
Step 5
In another bowl, beat the egg with the milk to create an egg wash.
Step 6
Remove each chicken piece from the buttermilk mixture, allowing excess marinade to drip off. Dip the chicken into the egg wash, then coat thoroughly in the flour and cornmeal mixture.
Step 7
Place the breaded chicken nuggets on the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each nugget.
Step 8
Lightly spray the nuggets with olive oil spray to help them crisp up in the oven.
Step 9
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, turning halfway through, until the chicken is cooked through and the coating is golden brown.
Step 10
Remove from the oven and allow the nuggets to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy your homemade soy-free baked chicken nuggets!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1296.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3583.3 |
| Total Fat 275.6g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 12.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 4.9g | |
| Cholesterol 682.3mg | 0% |
| Sodium 4405.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 160.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 9.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 16.1g | |
| Protein 174.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 209.7IU | 0% |
| Calcium 494.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 11.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2250.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories