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Healthy Chicken Nuggets

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Equipment

  • Food processor
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper or non-stick cooking spray
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Large spoon or spatula

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb ground chicken
  • 1 cup cooked broccoli
  • 1/2 cup whole wheat breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Olive oil spray

Notes

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly spray with non-stick cooking spray.
In a large food processor, combine the ground chicken, broccoli, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, garlic, onion powder, paprika, salt, pepper, and oregano. Mix until all ingredients are well incorporated.
Using your hands or a spoon, shape the mixture into small nugget-sized portions and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
Lightly spray the top of the nuggets with olive oil to help them brown and become crispy.
Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the nuggets are golden brown and cooked through. The internal temperature should reach 165°F (74°C).
If you have an air fryer, air fry at 400 for 10 minutes. The internal temperature should reach 165°F (74°C).