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Homemade Chicken Nuggets

Homemade Chicken Nuggets

Emmy
Chicken nuggets are a real kid-pleaser! Adults will enjoy this recipe for a tasty appetizer, too! Serve warm, with your favorite dipping sauces if desired.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Appetizer, Main Dishes, Snack
Servings 6
Calories 308 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 3 skinless boneless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup Italian seasoned bread crumbs
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tablespoon dried basil
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup butter melted

Instructions
 

  • Gather all ingredients. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Cut chicken breasts into 1 1/2-inch pieces.
  • Mix the bread crumbs, Parmesan, basil, thyme, and salt together well in a medium bowl. Put melted butter in a bowl or dish for dipping.
  • Dip chicken pieces into the melted butter first, then coat with the bread crumb mixture.
  • Place the well-coated chicken nuggets on a lightly greased cookie sheet in a single layer.
  • Bake nuggets in the preheated oven until browned and chicken is cooked through, about 20 minutes.
  • Serve and enjoy!