Baked Chicken Nuggets

20 min · Serves 4

From USDA MyPlate Kitchen. Recipes and Tips for Healthy, Thrifty Meals USDA Center for Nutrition Policy and Promotion

What goes in

• 1½ lbchicken thighs, boneless, skinless
• 1 cupcornflakes
• 4.9 mlpaprika
• 2½ mlItalian herb seasoning
• 1.2 mlgarlic powder
• 1.2 mlonion powder

How to cook it

1. Wash hands with soap and water.
2. Remove skin and bone; cut thighs into bite-sized pieces.
3. Place cornflakes in plastic bag and crush by using a rolling pin.
4. Add remaining ingredients to crushed cornflakes. Close bag tightly and shake until blended.
5. Add a few chicken pieces at a time to crumb mixture. Shake to coat evenly.
6. Conventional Method:
7. Preheat oven to 400 °F. Lightly grease a cooking sheet.
8. Place chicken pieces on cooking sheet so they are not touching.
9. Bake until golden brown, about 12 to 14 minutes.
10. Microwave Method:
11. Lightly grease an 8x12 inch baking dish.
12. Place chicken pieces on baking dish so they are not touching. Cover with waxed paper and cook on high.
13. Rotate chicken every 2 to 3 minutes. Cook until tender, about 6 to 8 minutes.

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