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Parmesan Chicken Bites

Parmesan Chicken Bites

Yield: 4 servings
Prep: 15 minutes
Cook: 10 minutes
Total: 25 minutes
The best chicken nuggets you will ever have - crisp-tender and completely homemade with Parmesan goodness!
5 stars (4 ratings)

Ingredients

  • ½ cup vegetable oil
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch chunks
  • Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 cup Panko*
  • ¼ cup freshly grated Parmesan
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley leaves

Instructions

  • Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium high heat.
  • Season chicken with salt and pepper, to taste.
  • In a large bowl, combine Panko, Parmesan, garlic powder and smoked paprika; season with salt and pepper, to taste. Set aside.
  • Working in batches, dredge chicken in flour, dip into eggs, then dredge in Panko mixture, pressing to coat.
  • Add chicken to the skillet, 5 or 6 at a time, and cook until evenly golden and crispy, about 3-4 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate.
  • Serve immediately, garnished with Parmesan and parsley, if desired.

Notes

*Panko is a Japanese-style breadcrumb and can be found in the Asian section of your local grocery store.