Easy Baked Chicken Nuggets (Made with Canned Chicken!)
Easy Baked Chicken Nuggets (Made with Canned Chicken!) are a quick and delicious option for any meal. Perfectly crispy and cheesy, these nuggets are ideal for busy weeknights, family gatherings, or anytime you crave a satisfying snack. Made with simple ingredients like canned chicken, mozzarella, and parmesan, they come together in just 25 minutes. Plus, they’re versatile enough to pair with your favorite dipping sauces or sides. Whether you’re following a low-carb diet or just looking for a kid-friendly dish, these nuggets are sure to please everyone at the table.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (12.5 oz) can chicken breast (drained)
- 1 large egg
- 1/3 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 3 tbsp grated parmesan cheese
- Optional seasonings (garlic powder, black pepper)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Drain the canned chicken and press out excess moisture using a fine mesh strainer.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the drained chicken, egg, mozzarella, parmesan, and optional seasonings.
- Form the mixture into bite-sized nuggets using your hands (about 12 nuggets).
- Place the nuggets on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 18-22 minutes, flipping halfway through until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 nuggets (approximately 75g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 90mg