Description
Discover the ultimate solution for busy families with these 3 Ingredient Chicken Nuggets! Quick to prepare and bursting with flavor, this recipe transforms pantry staples into a crispy, delicious snack that everyone will love. Made from canned chicken, egg, and mozzarella cheese, these nuggets are not only simple to whip up but also healthier than store-bought alternatives. Perfect for lunch, dinner, or gatherings, they can be served with your favorite dips or integrated into wraps and salads for a creative twist. Enjoy a nutritious treat that’s sure to become a family favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 10 oz canned chicken
- 1 egg
- 3 tbsp mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- Drain the canned chicken thoroughly to eliminate excess liquid.
- In a food processor or blender, combine the drained chicken, egg, and mozzarella cheese. Blend until smooth but slightly textured.
- Shape the mixture into uniform nugget forms using your hands or a spoon.
- For air frying: Preheat the air fryer to 350°F and cook nuggets for about 13 minutes until golden brown.
- For oven baking: Preheat the oven to 400°F and bake on a lined baking sheet for approximately 13 minutes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 13 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Frying/Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 nuggets (70g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 90mg