Cheese chicken nuggets

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Cheese Chicken Nuggets are a delicious twist on traditional chicken nuggets, combining tender chicken with cheesy goodness. Here’s a simple recipe to make them:

Ingredients:

  • 1 lb (about 450g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or cheese of your choice)
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (plain or seasoned)
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Cooking spray or oil for greasing

Instructions:

  1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil and lightly grease it with cooking spray or oil.
  2. Prepare the Chicken:
  • In a mixing bowl, combine the chicken pieces with the garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Toss until the chicken is evenly coated with the seasonings.
  1. Coat the Chicken:
  • Set up a breading station with three shallow bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with a mixture of shredded cheddar cheese, grated Parmesan cheese, and breadcrumbs.
  • Dredge each piece of seasoned chicken in the flour, shaking off any excess.
  • Dip the floured chicken pieces into the beaten eggs, allowing any excess to drip off.
  • Coat the chicken thoroughly in the cheese and breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to adhere the coating.
  1. Arrange on Baking Sheet:
  • Place the coated chicken nuggets on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer, leaving space between each piece.
  1. Bake:
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the cheese is melted and golden brown. Flip the nuggets halfway through baking for even cooking.
  1. Serve:
  • Once cooked, remove the cheese chicken nuggets from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes.
  • Serve them hot with your favorite dipping sauce, such as ketchup, barbecue sauce, honey mustard, or ranch dressing.

These Cheese Chicken Nuggets are crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and packed with cheesy flavor. They make a delicious appetizer, snack, or main dish for both kids and adults to enjoy!

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