Description
Discover the simplicity and deliciousness of our 3 ingredient chicken nuggets—perfect for busy families craving a quick meal. With just three easy-to-find ingredients, these nuggets come together in minutes, making them an ideal choice for lunch, snacks, or dinner. They are crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, sure to satisfy both kids and adults alike. Enjoy them as a fun finger food, or elevate your meal with your favorite dipping sauces like honey mustard or barbecue. Not only are they versatile in terms of serving options, but they can also be made using either an air fryer or oven. Dive into this hassle-free recipe that guarantees a tasty treat with minimal effort!
Ingredients
Scale
- 10 oz canned chicken
- 1 egg
- 3 tbsp mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- Drain the canned chicken thoroughly to remove excess liquid.
- In a food processor or blender, combine the drained chicken, egg, and mozzarella cheese until smooth.
- Form the mixture into nugget shapes with your hands or a spoon.
- For air frying: Place nuggets in an air fryer basket and cook at 350°F for about 13 minutes until golden brown.
- For baking: Preheat oven to 400°F and bake on a baking sheet for approximately 13 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 13 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying/Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 nuggets (90g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg