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Gluten Free Chicken Nuggets

These gluten-free chicken nuggets are perfectly crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and packed with flavor. Coated in a gluten-free breadcrumb and parmesan mixture, they’re baked to golden perfection in the oven. Great for family meals, serve these irresistible nuggets with your favorite dipping sauces, and they’ll be a guaranteed hit with both kids and adults!
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 16 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 4 servings

Ingredients

  • 1.5 lb skinless boneless chicken breasts - cut into 1-inch sized pieces
  • 1/2 cup gluten-free flour - (70g) I used Bob’s Red Mill 1-to-1 Gluten-Free Baking Flour
  • 2 large eggs - 100g
  • 1 1/2 cup plain gluten-free breadcrumbs - 85g, store-bought or homemade
  • 1/2 cup finely grated parmesan cheese - 30g
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika

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Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Place an oven-safe wire rack on a baking sheet and lightly grease it to prevent sticking.
  • Prepare the breading station by setting up three shallow bowls. In the first bowl, place the gluten-free flour. In the second bowl, beat the eggs. In the third bowl, combine the gluten-free breadcrumbs, grated parmesan cheese, salt, ground pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
  • Dredge each piece of chicken in the gluten-free flour, shaking off any excess. Then dip it into the beaten eggs, allowing any excess to drip off. Finally, coat the chicken pieces in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to adhere the crumbs.
  • Place the coated chicken nuggets on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they are evenly spaced and not touching to let air circulate around them while baking.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 14-16 minutes, flipping them halfway through, until the chicken nuggets are golden brown and cooked through. The internal temperature of the chicken should reach 165°F (74°C).
  • Remove the chicken nuggets from the oven and serve with your favorite dipping sauce.

Notes

  • If you are on a gluten-free diet, be sure to double check that all of your ingredients are gluten-free as manufacturing practices can change from time to time. 
  • Be sure to use a gluten-free dipping sauce for your chicken nuggets. 
  • To ensure even cooking, cut the chicken breasts into uniform 1-inch pieces. This helps all the nuggets cook at the same rate, preventing some from being overcooked while others are undercooked.

Nutrition

Calories: 303kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 27g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 76mg | Sodium: 335mg | Potassium: 419mg | Vitamin A: 55IU | Vitamin C: 1.3mg | Calcium: 33mg | Iron: 0.4mg
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