Recipe by Sarah Thomas-Drawbaugh, Recipe Developer and Food Blogger, Healthyish Foods
Prep Time: 15 mins, Cook Time: 25 mins, Total Time: 40 mins, Makes: 14 pieces
These easy homemade broccoli cheddar chicken nuggets are a fun twist to a classic favorite. They’re a great way to sneak veggies and protein into your family’s diet without sacrificing the flavor!
Ingredients
1 lb. ground chicken, Smart Chicken
1 cup broccoli florets, cooked and chopped small
¾ cup mild cheddar cheese, finely shredded
2 tablespoons parmesan cheese, grated
1.5 tablespoons olive oil
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon garlic powder
¼ teaspoon paprika
¼ teaspoon black pepper
Breading
½ cup plain breadcrumbs
¼ cup panko breadcrumbs
Directions
Preheat the oven to 375 degrees. Line a baking tray with parchment paper. Set aside.
Combine the plain and panko breadcrumbs in a bowl. Set aside.
Add the ground chicken, finely chopped cooked broccoli, shredded mild cheddar cheese, garlic powder, paprika, salt, black pepper, grated parmesan cheese, and olive oil into a mixing bowl. Mix until well combined.
Wet your hands with water and form the nuggets. Wetting your hands prevents the chicken from sticking. Once the nuggets are formed, run them through the breading making sure they are well coated on both sides.
Place the breaded nuggets on the prepared baking tray. Spray the nuggets with olive oil cooking spray.
Bake for 24-26 minutes flipping halfway through. You might need to give the second side a gentle spray with olive oil cooking spray too. Broil the nuggets for 1-2 minutes for some extra color and crispiness. Please note** smaller nuggets may require less cooking time.
Once cooked through, remove from the oven and enjoy with your favorite dipping sauce.
Nutrition
serving: 1serving, calories: 102kcal, carbohydrates: 3g, protein: 8g, fat: 7g, saturated fat: 2g, polyunsaturated fat: 1g, monounsaturated fat: 3g, trans fat: 0.02g, cholesterol: 34mg, sodium: 179mg, potassium: 203mg, fiber: 0.3g, sugar: 0.3g, vitamin a: 110IU, vitamin c: 6mg, calcium: 62mg, iron: 1mg
