Oven Baked Chicken Nuggets Without Breadcrumbs
Ground chicken and sweet potato baked into tender golden nuggets without breading. Naturally gluten-free, Whole30-friendly, and dairy-free. 21g protein per serving. Air fryer instructions included.
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Servings: 4 servings
INGREDIENTS
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 2 cups finely grated or chopped sweet potatoes (1 medium-large sweet potato)
- 2 tablespoons tapioca flour, arrowroot starch or cornstarch
- 1 1/2 teaspoons onion powder
- 1 teaspoon EACH: paprika, garlic powder, and kosher salt
INSTRUCTIONS
- Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or spray with olive oil spray. Set aside.
- Add all of the ingredients to the bowl of a food processor. Blend on high for 30 seconds to 1 minute or until the mixture is combined and starts to pull away from the sides of the bowl.1 lb ground chicken, 2 cups finely grated or chopped sweet potatoes, 2 tablespoons tapioca flour, arrowroot starch or cornstarch, 1 1/2 teaspoons onion powder, 1 teaspoon EACH: paprika, garlic powder, and kosher salt
- Use a tablespoon to scoop out the mixture and place ½ inch apart on the prepared baking sheet. Use your hands to form the mixture into chicken nugget shapes. You should have about 18-21 chicken nuggets. The mixture will be wet and sticky. Dip your fingers in water to keep them from sticking while you shape the nuggets.
- Bake chicken nuggets in the preheated oven for 18 to 20 minutes, turning halfway through, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F. Broil for the last 2 minutes for a crispier exterior.
- Cool slightly and serve with your favorite sauce like sugar-free ketchup, BBQ sauce, honey mustard or sriracha.
Recipe Equipment
Food Processor
Large baking sheet
Notes
Storage: Store leftover chicken nuggets in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3-4 days. To freeze, flash freeze on a sheet pan until solid then transfer them to an airtight container or freezer bag and store in the freezer for up to 3 months. Warm from frozen in the oven, microwave, or air fryer.
Air fryer: Preheat the air fryer to 400°F for 5 minutes. Add the chicken nuggets and air fry at 400 for 15-18 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F. Flip halfway through. Cook time will vary depending on the size and shape of the chicken nugget.
Nutrition
Serving: 5nuggets | Calories: 236kcal | Carbohydrates: 17.8g | Protein: 20.7g | Fat: 9.1g | Cholesterol: 96.3mg | Sodium: 104.8mg | Fiber: 2.2g | Sugar: 2.8g | Vitamin A: 471.5IU | Vitamin C: 1.8mg
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