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Baked Buffalo Chicken Nuggets Recipe

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These Baked Buffalo Chicken Nuggets are crispy, flavorful, and perfectly seasoned with a spicy buffalo sauce coating. They offer a healthier alternative to traditional fried nuggets by baking them to golden perfection in the oven. Ideal as a party appetizer or a tasty main dish, these nuggets combine the zing of hot sauce with the savory goodness of parmesan and Italian breadcrumbs for an irresistible snack.

Ingredients

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Chicken

  • 2 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, trimmed and cut into 1.5” pieces

Sauce

  • 3 tbsp hot sauce
  • 2 tbsp butter, melted

Breading

  • 2/3 cup Italian bread crumbs
  • 1/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven: Set your oven temperature to 425˚F (220˚C) to ensure a hot environment for crisping the nuggets.
  2. Prepare the Chicken: Trim any fat off the chicken breasts, then cut them into roughly 1.5-inch pieces for nugget-sized portions.
  3. Make the Buffalo Coating: In a small bowl, whisk together the melted butter and hot sauce to create a flavorful buffalo sauce.
  4. Prepare Breading Mixture: In a separate bowl, combine the Italian bread crumbs, grated parmesan cheese, garlic powder, and onion powder, mixing thoroughly.
  5. Coat the Chicken: Toss the chicken pieces in the buffalo sauce mixture until evenly coated, then dredge them in the bread crumb mixture ensuring each piece is well covered.
  6. Arrange on Baking Sheet: Lightly grease or spray a baking sheet. Lay the coated chicken pieces out with at least half an inch of space between each to allow even baking. Use two baking sheets if needed to avoid overcrowding.
  7. Bake: Place the baking sheet on the lower oven rack and bake for 4-5 minutes. Then transfer the sheet to the upper rack and bake for another 4-5 minutes.
  8. Optional Broil for Crispy Finish: For extra crispiness, broil the nuggets for an additional 2-4 minutes, watching carefully to avoid burning.
  9. Serve and Enjoy: Remove the nuggets from the oven and serve hot with your favorite dipping sauces or side dishes.

Notes

  • Ensure even spacing of nuggets on the baking sheet to allow proper air circulation and crispiness.
  • Broiling is optional but recommended for a puffier, crispier texture.
  • Use gloves or a spoon when tossing the chicken in hot sauce to avoid skin irritation.
  • Cannot be stored for long periods; best eaten fresh for optimal crispness.
  • For a milder version, reduce the amount of hot sauce or use a milder sauce alternative.

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