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Gluten-Free Baked Chicken Nuggets Recipe

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These Gluten-Free Chicken Nuggets are a crispy, flavorful, and healthy alternative to traditional nuggets. Made with almond flour, flaxseed meal, and Parmesan cheese (or a dairy-free substitute), they are baked to golden perfection, making them perfect for a family meal or snack without the guilt of frying.

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 28 servings

Ingredients

Chicken

  • 1 ½ lbs skinless chicken tenderloins, cut into 1-inch bites
  • ½–1 teaspoons kosher salt

Breading Mixture

  • ¾–1 cup blanched fine almond flour
  • 2 Tablespoons flaxseed meal
  • ½ teaspoons garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoons onion powder
  • ½ teaspoons smoked paprika
  • ½–1 teaspoons dried oregano
  • ½ teaspoons kosher salt
  • ¼ teaspoons ground black pepper
  • ⅓ cup grated Parmesan or nutritional yeast for dairy-free option

Egg Wash

  • 2 large eggs, whisked

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and place a wire rack on top if available. This setup helps the nuggets bake evenly and get crispy all around.
  2. Prepare the Chicken: Pat the chicken bites dry with paper towels to remove any excess moisture, which will help the breading adhere better. Lightly season the chicken with kosher salt to enhance flavor.
  3. Mix the Breading: In a small bowl, whisk together the almond flour, flaxseed meal, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, dried oregano, kosher salt, black pepper, and grated Parmesan or nutritional yeast. This will be your gluten-free panko substitute.
  4. Set Up the Dredging Station: Arrange two shallow bowls: one with the whisked eggs and the other with the seasoned almond flour mixture. This makes coating the chicken efficient and tidy.
  5. Coat the Chicken Bites: Dip each chicken piece into the egg wash, shaking off any excess. Then press it into the breading mixture until evenly coated. Work in small batches to ensure thorough coverage on all pieces.
  6. Arrange for Baking: Place the coated chicken bites on the prepared wire rack or directly on the parchment-lined baking sheet in a single layer, ensuring there is space between each nugget for optimal crispiness. Lightly spray or brush the nuggets with oil to promote browning.
  7. Bake to Perfection: Bake the chicken nuggets for 16–20 minutes, flipping them halfway through cooking. The nuggets should turn golden brown and reach an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C). Thicker pieces may require additional cooking time.
  8. Rest Before Serving: Remove from the oven and let the nuggets rest on the pan for 2–3 minutes. This resting period helps the coating set, ensuring they stay crispy when served.

Notes

  • To make this recipe dairy-free, substitute Parmesan cheese with nutritional yeast, which adds a cheesy flavor.
  • If you don’t have a wire rack, baking directly on parchment paper works well; just flip the nuggets carefully to brown evenly.
  • This recipe is perfect for meal prep and can be reheated in the oven or air fryer to restore crispiness.
  • Use skinless chicken tenderloins for even cooking and tender texture.
  • Adjust seasonings in the breading mixture to your preference for a customized flavor.
  • Author: Madelynn
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Find it online: https://allyumcooks.com/gluten-free-baked-chicken-nuggets-recipe/