Easy Baked Chicken Nuggets (Made with Canned Chicken!)
These easy baked chicken nuggets, made with canned chicken, are a healthy and low-carb option for a quick dinner or snack. They're simple to prepare and bake to crispy perfection.
Equipment
- Baking Sheet
- Parchment Paper
- Fine-mesh strainer
Ingredients
Nugget Ingredients
- 1 can chicken breast 12.5oz, thoroughly drained
- 1 large egg
- 1/3 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 3 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
- garlic powder optional, to taste
- black pepper optional, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat & Prep: Get your oven ready by preheating it to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
- Drain Chicken: Open your can of chicken breast and drain out all the water. For the crispiest nuggets, press out as much excess moisture as possible. A fine mesh strainer works perfectly – just use your hands to really squeeze it dry!
- Mix Ingredients: In a medium bowl, combine the well-drained chicken with the egg, mozzarella, Parmesan, and your chosen seasonings like garlic powder and black pepper.
- Form Nuggets: Use your hands to gently shape the chicken mixture into about 12 small, bite-sized nuggets. They should be roughly a heaping tablespoon each.
- Bake to Perfection: Place your formed nuggets on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for about 18-22 minutes, making sure to flip them halfway through (around 9-11 minutes) to get them golden and crispy on both sides.
- Enjoy: Serve your healthy, homemade chicken nuggets with your favorite dipping sauce and enjoy!
Notes
Note: No extra salt is needed, as canned chicken and cheeses already contain plenty.
Nutrition Information (per nugget):
- Calories: 48
- Total Carbs: 0.2g
- Net Carbs: 0.2g
- Fats: 2.3g
- Protein: 7g
