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Baked spicy chicken nuggets in basket with celery.

Baked Spicy Chicken Nuggets

Baked Spicy Chicken Nuggets are a fun, easy, and flavorful dish! They can be served in a variety of ways including as an appetizer or as a main meal. Plus, this recipe is made with gluten-free and dairy-free ingredients!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4
Calories 312 kcal

Equipment

  • Parchment Paper
  • Baking Sheet

Ingredients
  

  • 1 Pound Chicken Breast
  • 2 Cups Gluten-Free Breadcrumbs
  • 1 Egg
  • ¼ Cup Buffalo Sauce
  • 1 Teaspoon Salt
  • ½ Teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • ½ Teaspoon Paprika

Instructions
 

Preparing the Chicken

  • Start by cutting chicken breast into small 2-inch pieces. Then pat dry with a paper towel.
  • Next add egg, paprika, garlic powder, and salt into a mixing bowl. Whisk together.
  • Add the chicken into the egg mixture and stir until chicken pieces are evenly coated. Cover and place in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
  • Next, thoroughly coat each piece of chicken with breadcrumbs and place on a parchment paper lined baking sheet. Repeat until all chicken is coated.

Baking & Finishing

  • Place the chicken in the oven at 375 degrees for 10 minutes then flip and bake for an additional 10 minutes. Turn the oven to a high broil setting for 2-4 minutes. (They can burn easily so don't walk away!)
  • Remove from the oven and transfer the chicken nuggets to a large bowl. Drizzle buffalo sauce over the chicken and stir around until each piece is completely coated. Serve hot!

Notes

Expert Tips

  • Try to cut the chicken pieces around the same size so they cook evenly.
  • Broil the chicken for 2-4 minutes after baking to make the tops golden brown.
  • If you air fry the chicken nuggets, they will cook a little faster. Air fry for 16-20 minutes at 375 degrees.
  • Do not forget to FLIP the chicken nuggets halfway through baking. This will ensure that the bottom does not get soggy.
  • Make sure the chicken is fully coated in buffalo sauce or hot sauce. The breadcrumbs will quickly absorb the sauce!
  • Let the chicken marinate overnight for extra flavor!

How to store leftovers

If you have leftovers, they can easily be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 4-5 days.
To re-heat you can air fry, microwave, bake, or cook them in a frying pan for a few minutes.
** See full post for more information & helpful tips!

Nutrition

Serving: 1ServingCalories: 312kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 30gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0.02gCholesterol: 113mgSodium: 1189mgPotassium: 445mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 217IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 13mgIron: 1mg
Keywords buffalo chicken nuggets, Gluten-Free Chicken Nuggets, spicy chicken nuggets
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