Eatables

One of my favourite choices at fast food restaurants is chicken nuggets! They are a tasty, easy-to-eat finger food. What with this summer’s soaring prices, I took it upon myself to test out some recipes to make my own. While not quite as yummy as deep fried, this baked alternative proves to be bit a healthier (and cheaper!). Enjoy!

Prep: 10 minutes
Bake: 15-20 minutes
Makes: 4 servings

Ingredients

• 1 cup dry bread crumbs
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 teaspoons dried basil
• 2 teaspoons dried thyme
• 2 teaspoons paprika
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon pepper
• 3/4 cup butter, melted
• 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 400 degrees.
2. In a shallow bowl, combine the bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, and seasonings.
3. Place butter in another shallow bowl. Dip chicken in butter then roll in bread crumb mixture.
4. Place in a greased 15×10 baking pan. Bake uncovered for 15-20 minutes or until juices run clear (internal temperature should be around 160 degrees).

This chicken dish is very easy and fast to make, and it is definitely kid approved! You can also tweak the spices to your taste. I just added a side of mac ‘n’ cheese and some sugar snaps (sweet snow peas). This meal takes about 30 minutes total to make and contains everyday ingredients, which is great for busy cooks! Enjoy :)

Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 17-20 minutes
Makes: 4 servings

Ingredients

• 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
• 4 tablespoons of butter
• Dash of garlic powder or one minced clove of fresh garlic
• 1 package of Extra Crispy Shake ‘N’ Bake breading
• 2 tablespoons shredded parmesan cheese
• Pepper to taste

Steps

1. Preheat oven to 450 degrees. Microwave butter in small microwave-safe bowl until melted. Add a dash of garlic powder to butter.
2. In separate bowl, combine breading, parmesan, and black pepper.
3. Grease a 8 x 10 inch pan with cooking spray.
4. Cut chicken into strips (about six pieces per breast). Dip each strip in garlic butter and then coat with breading.
5. Place in pan and bake for 17-20 minutes or until chicken juices run clear.