TASTIEST High Protein McDonald’s Copycat Chicken Nuggets! 132g protein! 🔥🍗

Ingredients

• 1 pound Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast (finely minced or ground)
• 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder (part of the seasoning blend)
• 1 teaspoon Onion Powder (part of the seasoning blend)
• 1 teaspoon Paprika (part of the seasoning blend, adds color)
• 1 teaspoon Salt (part of the seasoning blend)
• ½ teaspoon Black Pepper (freshly ground, part of the seasoning blend)
• 1 Large Egg (beaten, for binding the chicken mixture)
• 2 tablespoons Parmesan Cheese (freshly grated)
• 1 cup All‑Purpose Flour (for the coating)
• 1 teaspoon Baking Powder (adds lightness to the coating)
• as needed Cooking Spray (to lightly coat nuggets before baking or air‑frying)

Instructions

1. Season and Bind Chicken

   Place the minced chicken in a large mixing bowl. Add garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, pepper, the beaten egg, and grated Parmesan. Mix thoroughly until the mixture is sticky and evenly seasoned.

   Time: PT10M

2. Form Nuggets

   Divide the chicken mixture into 20 equal portions (about 1‑1.5 oz each). Shape each portion into a nugget‑shaped cylinder or bite‑size block.

   Time: PT5M

3. Freeze to Set

   Arrange the raw nuggets on a freezer tray or plate, making sure they do not touch. Place the tray in the freezer for 20 minutes to firm up.

   Time: PT20M

4. Prepare Coating Mix

   In a second bowl, combine the all‑purpose flour, baking powder, and the same seasoning blend (garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, pepper). Whisk to distribute evenly.

   Time: PT5M

5. Coat Nuggets

   One at a time, dip each frozen nugget into the beaten egg, letting excess drip off, then roll it in the flour mixture, pressing gently to adhere. Place coated nuggets back on the tray.

   Time: PT5M

6. Bake or Air‑Fry

   Pre‑heat the oven to 400°F (200°C) or set the air fryer to 380°F (193°C). Lightly spray the coated nuggets with cooking spray. Bake on a parchment‑lined sheet for 12 minutes, flipping halfway, or air‑fry for 10‑12 minutes until golden and crisp.

   Time: PT12M

   Temperature: 400°F

7. Serve

   Remove the nuggets from the oven or air fryer, let them rest 2 minutes, then serve with your favorite dipping sauce.

   Time: PT2M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

1060

Protein

120 g

Carbohydrates

100 g

Fat

13 g

Fiber

0 g