Crispy Baked Halal Chicken Nuggets
Healthy, baked halal chicken nuggets with perfect crunch – no frying required! Kid-friendly and meal-prep ready.
Ingredients
- 1 lb halal chicken breast cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 cup whole wheat breadcrumbs or almond flour for gluten-free
- 1 large egg beaten
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- Optional: 1/2 tsp cumin or 1/4 tsp cayenne for spice
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Set up coating station: one bowl with beaten egg, another with breadcrumbs and spices mixed together.
- Dip each chicken piece in egg, then coat thoroughly with breadcrumb mixture. Place on baking sheet.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- For extra crispiness: Air fry at 375°F (190°C) for 8-10 minutes instead.
Notes
Tips:
- Double-coat nuggets (egg → crumbs → egg → crumbs) for extra crunch
- Serve with Greek yogurt dip or halal honey mustard
- Freeze unbaked nuggets on a tray before transferring to bags for easy storage