Baked Chicken Bites
Delicious and crispy Baked Chicken Bites, a healthier twist on chicken nuggets that are perfect for weeknight dinners and gatherings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free, Can be made Dairy-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 egg, beaten
- Cooking spray or olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Combine breadcrumbs, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl.
- Dip each piece of chicken in the beaten egg, ensuring it’s completely coated.
- Roll the chicken pieces in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing lightly to adhere.
- Arrange the coated chicken bites on a baking sheet. Lightly spray with cooking spray or drizzle with olive oil.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and the bites are golden brown.
- Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauces or include them in salads or wraps.
Notes
For extra crunch, feel free to swap out breadcrumbs for panko or use gluten-free breadcrumbs. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 bites
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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