WW Homemade Chicken Nuggets

by

The WW Homemade Chicken Nuggets are a tasty and comforting meal. We made this recipe with chicken breast, egg, low-fat milk, seasoning, whole-wheat breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, and cooking spray. This dish contains 35 grams of protein and 245 calories. Prepare this meal in just 33 minutes and serve as a main course. Store these WW Homemade Chicken Nuggets for 4 days in the refrigerator. You may pair this recipe with light honey mustard, Greek yogurt ranch dip, roasted broccoli, air-fryer potato wedges, garden salad, or a chicken nugget veggie plate. The instructions given for this dish are very clear and simple.

STATS:

  • Calories: 245 kcal
  • Preparation time: 15 minutes
  • Serving size: 6 nuggets
  • Cooking time: 18 minutes
  • Cuisine: American
  • Total time: 33 minutes
  • Course: Main
  • Diet: Weight Watchers
  • Serving: 4

EQUIPMENT:

  • Cutting board
  • Knife
  • 3 shallow bowls
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Baking sheet
  • Baking paper
  • Cooking spray
  • Meat thermometer
  • Tongs

INGREDIENTS:

  • 500 g boneless chicken breast
  • Half tsp onion powder
  • 1 large egg
  • Half tsp Italian seasoning
  • 2 tbsp low-fat milk
  • ¾ cup whole-wheat breadcrumbs
  • 2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
  • Quarter tsp salt
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • Quarter tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • Cooking spray

INGREDIENT NOTES:

CHICKEN BREAST:

  • The breast gives lean protein and a tender texture to the dish. Chicken absorbs the garlic, onion, and Italian seasoning perfectly. You may use skinless turkey breast as per your preference.

EGG:

  • We use egg to stick the breadcrumb coating perfectly to the chicken. Eggs give a golden look to the nuggets when we cook them. You may use low-fat milk mixed with a small amount of cornstarch as a replacement.

LOW-FAT MILK:

  • It helps loosen the egg mixture and coat the chicken easily. This milk also keeps the coating light. You may use skim milk as another option.

WHOLE-WHEAT BREADCRUMBS:

  • They give the chicken nuggets a crispy outer coating. You may use panko breadcrumbs or regular breadcrumbs as an alternative.

PARMESAN CHEESE:

  • The Parmesan gives a savory cheesy flavor and adds extra richness to the breadcrumb coating. You may use nutritional yeast as a substitute.

ITALIAN SEASONING:

  • It gives a simple blend of herbs and adds extra flavor to the chicken. This seasoning makes the coating more aromatic and delicious. You may use dried oregano, basil, or thyme as a replacement.

COOKING SPRAY:

  • Cooking spray makes the breadcrumb coating golden and crispy while keeping the recipe light. You may use 1 teaspoon olive oil as another idea.

INSTRUCTIONS:

  1. First, cover the sheet with baking paper and coat with cooking spray, then warm the oven to 220°C.
  2. Cut the chicken breast into equal-sized nugget pieces, then whisk the egg and low-fat milk in the bowl.
  3. Mix whole-wheat breadcrumbs, Parmesan, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, black pepper, and salt in a box.
  4. Dip the chicken pieces in the egg mixture, then drip off the extra mixture.
  5. Put the chicken in the seasoned breadcrumbs and gently press the crumbs on the surface.
  6. Arrange the coated chicken pieces on the sheet and leave some space between them.
  7. Spray the tops and bake the nuggets for 18 minutes, turning halfway.
  8. Lastly, take the nuggets and cool them for 3 minutes, then serve warm.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS:

DIPPING SAUCES:

  • Light Honey Mustard
  • Greek Yogurt Ranch Dip
  • Light BBQ Sauce
  • Homemade Ketchup
  • Garlic Yogurt Dip

VEGETABLE SIDES:

  • Roasted Broccoli
  • Air-Fried Green Beans
  • Garlic Roasted Carrots
  • Steamed Mixed Vegetables
  • Roasted Cauliflower

POTATO SIDES:

  • Air-Fryer Potato Wedges
  • Crispy Sweet Potato Fries
  • Garlic Baby Potatoes
  • Baked Potato
  • Mashed Potatoes

SALAD:

  • Classic Garden Salad
  • Cucumber Tomato Salad
  • Light Caesar Salad
  • Greek Salad
  • Creamy Coleslaw

TIPS:

  • Cut the chicken into equal pieces so they cook perfectly at the same time.
  • Avoid including too many nuggets on the pan and bake them in batches.
  • Use cooking spray to make the recipe crispy without increasing calories.
  • You should press the breadcrumbs gently to keep them attached while cooking.

STORAGE INFORMATION:

FRIDGE:

  • Put the cooked nuggets in the closed box and store for four days.

FREEZER:

  • Arrange the cooled nuggets in a single layer and freeze for three months.

FAQs:

Can I exclude Parmesan cheese from this meal?

  • Yes, you may skip it or replace it with nutritional yeast for a vegan version.

Should we include frozen chicken in the recipe?

  • Yes, you may use frozen chicken after removing excess moisture.

How to reduce the seasoning from this recipe?

  • You may reduce the paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper for a milder-flavored dish.

Can I prepare these chicken nuggets by air-frying?

  • Yes, you may spray the coated chicken and air-fry for 9–12 minutes at 200°C, turning halfway through.

Is turkey good to use instead of chicken?

  • You may utilize skinless turkey breast as a substitute for chicken breast.

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:

Calories: 245 kcal

Net carbs: 15 g

Iron: 1.6 mg

Total carbs: 17 g

Vitamin A: 720 IU

Fiber: 2 g

Calcium: 85 mg

Protein: 35 g

Sodium: 510 mg

Potassium: 520 mg

Weight Watchers Points: 3 Points