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Crispy Golden Chicken Nuggets with Lemony Piccata

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Quick and bright Chicken Nuggets with a zesty lemon-caper sauce, perfect for busy weeknights.

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 cups chicken breast, cut into nugget-sized pieces
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons capers
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
  • Optional: lemon wedges for serving

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a bowl, mix breadcrumbs, parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
  3. Dip chicken pieces in the breadcrumb mixture to coat well.
  4. Place the coated nuggets on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  5. Bake for 15-20 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and cooked through.
  6. In a small pan, heat olive oil over medium heat; add lemon juice and capers, cooking for 2-3 minutes.
  7. Drizzle the lemony piccata sauce over the chicken nuggets and sprinkle with fresh parsley.
  8. Serve with lemon wedges on the side.

Notes

For extra crunch, broil 1–2 minutes at the end—watch carefully. Pat chicken dry first for better adhesion of the breadcrumb mix.

  • Author: Chef Hanna
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 400mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 45mg