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Smoky Paprika Chicken Nuggets

Baked nuggets with a smoked paprika coating give a warm and smoky flavor.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 lb chicken breast cut into nuggets
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1.5 tsp smoked paprika
  • 0.5 tsp garlic powder
  • 2 eggs beaten
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 2 tbsp olive oil

Method
 

  1. Heat oven to 400F and line a sheet pan.
  2. Mix breadcrumbs with smoked paprika, garlic powder, and salt.
  3. Dip chicken in egg, coat in the smoky crumbs, and arrange on the pan.
  4. Drizzle with oil and bake 20 minutes, flipping once, until golden.
  5. Serve with a smoky aioli or ketchup.

Notes

A pinch of brown sugar adds a barbecue note.