Baked Pecan Chicken Nuggets Recipe

Name: Baked Pecan Chicken Nuggets
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 whole Chicken Breasts; 2 whole Egg Whites; 1/2 cups Milk; 1/2 cups All-purpose Flour; 1/2 cups Finely Chopped Pecans; 1/2 cups Breadcrumbs; 1 teaspoon Seasoned Salt; 1/2 teaspoons Black Pepper; 1/2 teaspoons Onion Powder; 1/2 teaspoons Hot Paprika; 2 Tablespoons Cooking Oil; 2 Tablespoons Unsalted Butter

Servings: persons

2 whole Chicken Breasts
2 whole Egg Whites
1/2 cups Milk
1/2 cups All-purpose Flour
1/2 cups Finely Chopped Pecans
1/2 cups Breadcrumbs
1 teaspoon Seasoned Salt
1/2 teaspoons Black Pepper
1/2 teaspoons Onion Powder
1/2 teaspoons Hot Paprika
2 Tablespoons Cooking Oil
2 Tablespoons Unsalted Butter

1
Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
2
Cut chicken into bite sized pieces, about 7-8 pieces per breast.
3
In a bowl, beat egg whites with milk until well blended.
4
Add chicken to egg mixture and set aside.
5
In a shallow dish, mix flour, pecans, breadcrumbs, seasoned salt, pepper, onion powder, and paprika.
6
Dredge chicken in flour mixture.
7
In a heavy skillet, heat oil and butter until sizzling.
8
Place chicken pieces in the skillet and allow to brown lightly.
9
Turn each piece over and place the skillet in the oven.
10
Bake for 18 minutes.

485

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 whole Chicken Breasts, 2 whole Egg Whites, 1/2 cups Milk, 1/2 cups All-purpose Flour, and more.

Yes, Baked Pecan Chicken Nuggets falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Baked Pecan Chicken Nuggets

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Variations & substitutions

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