Buttermilk Chicken Nuggets
Buttermilk Chicken Nuggets
You could enjoy these tidbits right from the oven, or also at room or ambient temperature — at a picnic, say. They are perfect kid food, making for a great school night dinner or lunch box protein.This recipe is by Kristin Eddy and was originally published in The Chicago Tribune.
Prep Time
30
minutes
Cook Time
30
minutes
Servings
4
Total time: 1 hour
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces
- 2 cup buttermilk
- 3/4 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan
- 1 tablespoon dried italian herb blend
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 large eggs
Directions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 350F.
- Step 2: Place the chicken and 2 cups buttermilk in a large bowl; toss to combine. Marinate 30 minutes.
- Step 3: In a separate bowl, combine 3/4 cup breadcrumbs, 1/2 cup grated Parmesan, 1 tablespoon dried Italian herb blend, 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes and 1/2 teaspoon salt and black pepper on a plate.
- Step 4: Beat 2 eggs in a small bowl.
- Step 5: Remove chicken nuggets from buttermilk. Roll pieces in egg; coat with breadcrumbs, shaking off excess. Place on a greased baking sheet.
- Step 6: Bake at 350F until coating is golden brown and chicken is cooked through, about 30 minutes.