Chicken and Veggie Nuggets
Chicken and Veggie Nuggets are a deliciously crispy and nutritious option that the whole family will love. Combining tender chicken with colorful vegetables, these bite-sized nuggets are easy to prepare and perfect for any mealtime. Whether served as an appetizer or main course, they deliver a satisfying crunch and burst of flavor in every bite. Plus, they are versatile enough to customize with your favorite ingredients!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 nuggets (4 servings) 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 3 breasts)
- 1 cup finely chopped carrots (about 2 medium carrots)
- 1 cup finely chopped zucchini (about 1 medium zucchini)
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces.
- Finely chop the carrots and zucchini.
- In a large bowl, combine chicken, vegetables, eggs, garlic powder, salt, and pepper; mix until well combined.
- Form the mixture into nugget shapes and roll in panko breadcrumbs.
- Place on the baking sheet and bake for about 20 minutes or until golden brown, flipping halfway through.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 nuggets (135g)
- Calories: 305
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 130mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 133mg