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Homemade Chicken Nugget Recipe
Did you know many supermarket frozen chicken nuggets are full of additives or contain mechanically reclaimed meat, same thing for the fast food chains (yuk!)?. Also, those chicken nuggets are deep fried in hydrogenated vegetable oils and trans fat which have been proven to cause all sorts of health problems including cancer. I’m not trying to scare you but this is the reality the all loved chicken nugget really isn’t a very healthy or safe option.
This homemade chicken nugget recipe is easy to make and a much healthier option for your kids.
Healthy Chicken Nugget Recipe
2 halved boneless/skinless chicken breasts (cut into chunks)
1 cup natural bread crumbs (you can use whole wheat breadcrumbs for a healthier option)
1 cup natural corn flakes
1 egg
Seasonings (Optional) such as cajun, mexican, italian, etc
Preheat oven to 375F. Cut the chicken breasts into small chunk sized shapes, the thinner you cut the nuggets the easier they will cook. This also makes it easier for the kids to eat. Cover and set aside in a cool place for a few minutes.
Place corn flakes in a plastic bag and crush finely using the back of your hand or a rolling pin. Combine bread crumbs and crushed corn flakes in shallow bowl and set aside. At this point you can add a little dried oregano or garlic or any other herbs you think your kids may eat to the mixture.
In a separate bowl whisk the egg lightly. Then coat each chicken nugget lightly in egg mixture, then dip into bread crumb mixture. Coat evenly. Place chicken nuggets on lightly greased baking tray. Bake at 375F for approximately 20 minutes or until chicken nuggets are golden and cooked through.
Tip: You can make homemade bread crumbs by simply adding a couple of slices of bread to your blender or food processor and whizzing for about a minute. This is a much healthier, cheaper and easier alternative to store bought breadcrumbs.
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