Parmesan Chicken Nuggets (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Coating
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1 pinch of Italian seasoning, dried
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1/3 cup of Parmesan, finely grated
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2 tablespoons fresh parsley, minced
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1/2 cup of melted butter
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1 teaspoon of garlic, finely minced
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1 cup breadcrumbs, dried
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1/4 teaspoon of garlic salt
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1/8 teaspoon of ground black pepper
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1/4 teaspoon sea salt
→ Main Ingredient
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2 pounds of chicken breasts or thighs, without skin or bones, chopped into pieces about 1-2 inches
# Instructions:
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Set your oven to 450°F and adjust the rack to sit in the middle.
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Use paper towels to dry the chicken thoroughly so the coating crisps up nicely.
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In one bowl, stir the minced garlic into the melted butter. In a separate bowl, mix together breadcrumbs, Parmesan, all the seasonings, and parsley.
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Dip each piece of chicken first into the garlic butter, then press it into the breadcrumb mixture to coat evenly.
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Lay the chicken pieces on a roasting pan, leaving space in between. Pour any leftover butter over them. Bake at 450°F for 15 minutes or until the inside hits 165°F.
# Notes:
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Using a dark pan might make the bottoms brown more.
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Chicken tends to brown more on the bottom than on top.
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Reheat solidified butter if cold chicken makes it harden.