Baked Buffalo Chicken Nuggets
User Reviews
4.9
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
30 mins
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Total Time
40 mins
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Servings
6 Servings
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Calories
248 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Baked Buffalo Chicken Nuggets
Description
This recipe for Baked Buffalo Chicken Nuggets uses boneless, skinless chicken breast cut into small pieces. The chicken is dipped in a mixture of Frank's Buffalo hot sauce and melted butter for the signature spicy flavor. It is then coated thoroughly with a blend of plain breadcrumbs, freshly grated Parmesan cheese, salt, and Italian seasoning, which crisps up during baking. By cooking at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for 25 to 30 minutes, the nuggets develop a golden-brown crust while staying juicy inside.
The spice level depends on the hot sauce used, making these adaptable to your preference. Baking instead of frying reduces both mess and added fat. The garlic and Italian herbs in the coating provide extra aroma and savoriness to complement the buffalo heat.
Serve baked buffalo nuggets with ranch or blue cheese dressing and celery sticks for a casual appetizer or snack. They are also filling enough for a light meal when paired with a side salad or fries, and leftovers reheat well in the oven or air fryer.
Ingredients
- 2 to 3 chicken breast boneless skinless
- 1 cup bread crumbs plain
- 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese freshly grated
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3 tablespoons Italian seasoning
- 1/2 cup hot sauce Frank's Buffalo
- 1/2 cup butter melted
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
- Trim chicken breast of any fat. Cut into 1-inch, nugget sized pieces.
- In a small bowl mix together the bread crumbs, parmesan, salt, and Italian seasonings.
- In another small bowl, pour in the buffalo hot sauce and melted butter. Whisk to combine.
- Dip the chicken pieces into the hot sauce/butter and then roll them around in the breadcrumb mixture. Make sure they are good and coated.
- Place the coated chicken nuggets onto a lightly greased baking sheet.
- Bake in the oven for about 25-30 minutes until the nuggets are browned and cooked through.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6Servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 248 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 248kcal | 12% |
| Carbohydrates | 15g | 5% |
| Protein | 5g | 10% |
| Fat | 18g | 28% |
| Saturated Fat | 11g | 55% |
| Cholesterol | 46mg | 15% |
| Sodium | 1123mg | 47% |
| Potassium | 103mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 615IU | 12% |
| Vitamin C | 14.9mg | 17% |
| Calcium | 176mg | 18% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.9
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