Cheesy Chicken Nuggets
Cheesy Chicken Nuggets are crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside, and filled with gooey melted cheese. Perfect for a fun family meal or snack, these homemade nuggets bring a cheesy twist to a beloved classic.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4–6 servings
- Category: Appetizer, Main Dish, Snack
- Method: Baking or Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Halal
Ingredients
- 500 g chicken breast or thigh (ground or cut into bite-sized pieces)
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or a blend)
- 2 tbsp grated parmesan cheese (optional)
- 1 cup breadcrumbs or panko
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp paprika (optional)
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp chopped herbs (parsley, optional)
- Cooking spray or 2 tbsp oil (for baking or frying)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F) or preheat your air-fryer/frying pan if using an alternative cooking method.
- If using whole chicken, cut into nugget-sized pieces; if using ground chicken, mix with shredded cheese, parmesan, egg, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Prepare three bowls: one with flour, one with beaten egg, and one with breadcrumbs mixed with paprika and optional herbs.
- Coat each nugget piece in flour, dip into egg, then press into the breadcrumb mixture to coat evenly.
- Place coated nuggets on a parchment-lined baking sheet and lightly spray or brush with oil.
- Bake for 15 minutes, flip, then bake another 8–10 minutes until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature 74°C/165°F).
- Let rest for a few minutes before serving to keep the cheese from leaking out.
- Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce such as ranch, honey mustard, or barbecue.
Notes
- Bake at a high temperature for crispiness without frying.
- Mix cheese directly into chicken to keep it moist and flavorful.
- For gluten-free nuggets, use almond flour or gluten-free breadcrumbs.
- Can be air-fried for about 12–14 minutes at 190°C (375°F).
- Best served immediately but can be stored and reheated for quick snacks.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of recipe (about 4–5 nuggets)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 105mg
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