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Baked Chicken Nuggets

Crispy and flavorful baked chicken nuggets complemented by a delicious homemade honey mustard dip. A healthier alternative to fried chicken nuggets, perfect for kids and adults alike!
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Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Nuggets
  • 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 cup dill pickle juice
  • 1 cup milk can substitute with almond milk for dairy-free option
  • 1 cup flour
  • 0.5 cup breadcrumbs can use gluten-free varieties
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
  • Cooking oil spray to ensure crispiness
For the Honey Mustard Dip
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
  • 1 tablespoon light mayonnaise

Method
 

Marinating the Chicken
  1. In a large, sealable container, combine the chicken pieces, pickle juice, and milk. Stir well, seal, and refrigerate for about an hour.
Preparing to Bake
  1. Preheat your oven to 400 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and spray it lightly with cooking spray.
  2. In a large freezer bag, mix the flour, breadcrumbs, powdered sugar, salt, paprika, and onion powder.
Coating the Nuggets
  1. Use tongs to remove one piece of chicken from the marinade at a time, letting the excess liquid drip off before adding it to the freezer bag. Shake the bag to coat the chicken nuggets evenly.
  2. Remove the nuggets one at a time, shaking off any excess breading, and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
  3. Spray the nuggets liberally with cooking oil spray for extra crispiness.
Baking the Nuggets
  1. Bake for about 20-25 minutes, flipping them halfway through until the chicken is cooked through and the breading is golden.
Preparing the Dip
  1. While the nuggets are baking, mix equal parts honey, yellow mustard, and light mayonnaise in a small bowl to create a delicious honey mustard dip.
  2. Serve the warm nuggets with the honey mustard dip and enjoy!

Notes

To keep leftovers fresh, place any uneaten nuggets in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to four days. For longer storage, freeze them after cooling, and reheat in the oven for best texture. Consider experimenting with different spices and dipping sauces.