Baked Chicken Nuggets

HEALTHY EATING

Chicken nuggets on a cutting board.

Ingredients

*  1-1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken tenders

*  1 cup cornflakes

*  1 teaspoon paprika

*  1/2 teaspoon Italian herb seasoning

*  1/4 teaspoon garlic powder

*  1/4 teaspoon onion powder

Directions

1.  Place cornflakes in a plastic bag and crush with a rolling pin.

2.  Add seasonings to crushed cornflakes. Close bag tightly and shake until blended.

3.  Add a few chicken tenders at a time to crumb mixture. Shake to coat evenly.

Conventional Oven

1.  Preheat the oven to 400˚F. Lightly grease a cooking sheet.

2.  Place chicken pieces on cooking sheet so they are not touching.

3.  Bake until golden brown, about 12 to 14 minutes.

Microwave

1.  Lightly grease an 8- by 12-inch baking dish.

2.  Place chicken pieces on baking dish so they are not touching. Cover with parchment paper and cook on high for 6 to 8 minutes, rotating the chicken every 2 minutes.

Nutritional Information: Serves 4

Per serving: 175 calories, 8 g total fat, 2 g saturated fat, 127 mg sodium, 7 g carbohydrates, 1 g dietary fiber, 18 g protein.

© American Institute for Preventive Medicine