Quinoa-Crusted Chicken Nuggets Recipe

Name: Quinoa-Crusted Chicken Nuggets
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 (6-oz.) skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, cut into 1-in. pieces; 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt; 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; Cooking spray; 1.1 ounces white rice flour (about 1/4 cup); 2 tablespoons finely grated Parmesan cheese; 3/4 teaspoon garlic powder, divided; 2 tablespoons low-fat buttermilk; 1 large egg; 1 1/2 cups cooked quinoa, chilled; 3 tablespoons canola mayonnaise; 3 tablespoons plain 2% reduced-fat Greek yogurt; 2 teaspoons honey; 2 teaspoons yellow mustard; 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard

Servings: persons

2 (6-oz.) skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, cut into 1-in. pieces
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Cooking spray
1.1 ounces white rice flour (about 1/4 cup)
2 tablespoons finely grated Parmesan cheese
3/4 teaspoon garlic powder, divided
2 tablespoons low-fat buttermilk
1 large egg
1 1/2 cups cooked quinoa, chilled
3 tablespoons canola mayonnaise
3 tablespoons plain 2% reduced-fat Greek yogurt
2 teaspoons honey
2 teaspoons yellow mustard
1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard

1
Preheat oven to 425u00b0F.
2
Sprinkle chicken with salt and pepper. Coat a parchment paper-lined baking sheet with cooking spray.
3
Combine flour, cheese, and 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder in a shallow dish. Combine buttermilk and egg in another dish. Place quinoa in a third dish. Dredge chicken in flour mixture. Dip in egg mixture; dredge in quinoa.
4
Arrange chicken in a single layer on prepared pan. Coat chicken with cooking spray. Bake at 425u00b0F for 15 minutes or until done, turning once.
5
Combine mayonnaise, yogurt, honey, mustards, and remaining 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder. Serve with nuggets.

328

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 (6-oz.) skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, cut into 1-in. pieces, 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt, 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, Cooking spray, and more.

Yes, Quinoa-Crusted 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.

Quinoa-Crusted Chicken Nuggets

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