These Homemade Parmesan Chicken Nuggets are everything you want in a nugget — crisp on the outside, tender inside, and bursting with cheesy, garlicky flavor.

They're coated in a blend of almond flour, Parmesan, and Italian spices, then baked or air-fried to golden perfection. These nuggets are a total family favorite — kid-approved for taste, and mom-approved for clean ingredients. Perfect for lunchboxes, weeknight dinners, or snacky weekend meals.

It’s classic comfort with a cheesy twist, made better with Healthy Fast Food at Home.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb chicken breast, cut into nugget-sized pieces

• 1 egg

• 2 tbsp milk of choice

• ½ cup almond flour

• ¼ cup finely grated Parmesan cheese

• ½ tsp garlic powder

• ½ tsp Italian seasoning

• ½ tsp salt

• ¼ tsp black pepper

• Olive oil spray or avocado oil for baking/air frying

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven or air fryer
   Preheat oven to 425°F or air fryer to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment and spray lightly with oil.

2. Set up breading station
   In one bowl, whisk together the egg and milk. In another, mix almond flour, Parmesan, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.

3. Bread the nuggets
   Dip each piece of chicken into the egg wash, then coat in the Parmesan-almond mixture. Press gently to stick.

4. Cook until golden

   • Bake: Arrange nuggets on the baking sheet, spray with oil, and bake for 18–20 minutes, flipping halfway.

   • Air fry: Cook in a single layer for 10–12 minutes, flipping halfway.

5. Serve hot
   Best with a side of clean marinara, ranch, or even honey mustard!

Sarah’s Tips:

• Want more crisp? Add 1–2 tablespoons of gluten-free breadcrumbs or crushed rice crackers to the mix.

• Dairy-free option: Use nutritional yeast in place of Parmesan (1:1 ratio).

• Kid-friendly idea: Serve with veggie sticks and a few dipping sauces for nugget night fun!

• Make-ahead: Freeze raw coated nuggets in a single layer. Bake straight from frozen — just add 5 minutes.

Flavorful Conclusion:

These Homemade Parmesan Chicken Nuggets are crispy, cheesy, and packed with flavor in every bite. Whether you’re feeding kids, meal prepping, or just craving comfort food with a little crunch, these nuggets deliver — without the junk.

Nutrition (per serving, serves 4):

• Calories: 290

• Protein: 26g

• Carbs: 5g

• Fat: 18g

• Fiber: 2g

• Sugar: 1g