Weight Watchers Chicken Nuggets are made with simple and minimal items. It is a healthy and tasty dish. You can make this recipe using chicken, bread crumbs, and other spices. These crunchy Weight Watchers Chicken Nuggets are sure to please kids and toddlers. It has only 3 Total points. You can enjoy low-calorie dishes during your weight loss journey. It gives flavorful, juicy, satisfying, and tasty vibes. Try it with the two methods discussed below. Let’s start the recipe by following cooking guidelines.
Equipment
- High-Speed Blender
- Mixing Bowls
- Plate
- Knife
- Baking Tray
- Air fryer basket
Ingredients
- All-purpose flour, 1/4 cup
- Uncooked Boneless chicken, 1pound
- Corn Flakes 2 2/3 cups
- Garlic Powder 1/2 tsp
- Table Salt 3/4 tsp
- Paprika 1/2tsp
- Large egg 1
Ingredient Notes
All-purpose flour: It is used to give a crunchy taste. We also used it so bread crumbs stick well to the chicken.
Boneless Chicken: Use reduced-fat chicken to maintain the calories.
Corn Flakes: Substitute it with ready-made crumbs.
Paprika: We used to give a spicy taste to the dish.
Egg: It holds the chicken mixture well. You can make nuggets shape easily.
Instructions
Preparation Of Nuggets
- Grind the cornflakes into crumbs in a high-speed blender for 2-3 minutes.
- Shift crumbs on a separate plate.
- Mix the paprika, garlic powder, salt, and all-purpose flour in a bowl. Set aside.
- Crack the egg in a separate bowl and whisk it.
- Next, cut the chicken into strips or bite-size shapes with the help of a knife.
- Add chicken to the flour mixture. Next, dip in the egg mixture.
- Then, coat each chicken chunk with crumbs.
- Repeat the same steps to coat the remaining chicken chunks.
Oven
- Switch on the oven and set its temperature to 375 degrees.
- Transfer the chicken to a baking tray. Sprinkle over olive oil.
- Bake it for 13–16 minutes until it is golden brown.
- The tasty chicken nuggets are ready.
- Serve instantly with mayo dip or ketchup.
Air Fryer
- Shift the chickens one by one in an air fryer basket.
- Lightly coat it with olive oil to give it a vibrant brown color.
- Air fry for 6-9 minutes until the chicken is cooked well.
- Turn over each side during cooking so it cooks completely.
- Enjoy the delicious nuggets with dipping sauce.
Ideas of Serving
- Pair it well with sliced vegetables like carrots, tomatoes, or carrots.
- You can also serve it with baked parmesan zucchini fries, macaroni, chicken grilled sandwiches, and pasta.
- Roasted garlic cauliflower and green beans are good options to increase its flavors.
Tips
- Regular whole wheat or panko bread crumbs also work well instead of homemade crumbs.
- Make sure to warm the air fryer or oven before cooking the nuggets.
- You can make shapes according to your preference and wish.
- Smoked paprika also works well, giving additional flavors.
- Check the nuggets after cooking by inserting a fork or knife.
- Avoid overcrowding the baking tray.
Storage Information
Fridge: Save the chicken nuggets in a tightly packed box and refrigerate it for 4-5 days.
Freezer: Pack leftover baked or unbaked nuggets in a box and freeze it for 3-4 months.
Reheating: You can rewarm the baked nuggets in a microwave oven for 2-3 minutes and unbaked nuggets in an oven or air fryer for 10-20 minutes.
FAQs
Which sauces pair well with this dish?
Enjoy tasty nuggets with BBQ sauce, honey mustard, homemade ketchup, spicy mayo, sweet chili sauce, chipotle sauce, or low-calorie buffalo sauce.
Can I swap chicken with other poultry options?
Yes, you can use fat-free turkey or shrimp instead of chicken to make nuggets.
Is it a Weight Watchers Chicken Nuggets healthy recipe?
It is a healthy meal different from a classic deep-frying dish. We will prepare this dish using two methods: baking and air-frying.
Nutritional Information
Amount Per Serving: 6 nuggets
Total Calories: 280kcals
Carbohydrates 13g
Protein 28g
Total Fat: 13g
Fiber 1g
Sugar 2g
Sodium 670mg
Weight Watchers of this dish are 3