Nutritious Chicken and Broccoli Nuggets
Satisfy your cravings with these Nutritious Chicken and Broccoli Nuggets, perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings. Packed with lean protein and vibrant broccoli, these delicious bites are baked to a golden crisp and served warm with your favorite dipping sauce. Easy to prepare and full of flavor, they make healthy eating enjoyable for both kids and adults.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 pound)
- 2 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 cup whole-wheat breadcrumbs
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cut chicken into small chunks and pulse in a food processor with broccoli until finely chopped.
- In a large bowl, combine the chicken-broccoli mixture, garlic powder, breadcrumbs, eggs, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Shape the mixture into nugget-sized patties.
- Arrange on the baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 nuggets (100g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 70mg