Description
Chicken Nuggets with Honey Mustard Dip are the perfect finger food that everyone craves! These crispy, golden nuggets made from tender chicken breast deliver a satisfying crunch and are seasoned to perfection. Paired with a sweet and tangy honey mustard dip, every bite offers a delightful flavor explosion. Whether serving them as a main dish for family dinner, a crowd-pleasing appetizer at parties, or a fun snack for movie night, these homemade chicken nuggets are sure to be a hit. Easy to prepare and customizable with your favorite spices and dips, this recipe will quickly become a family favorite.
Ingredients
- 3–4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 cups panko breadcrumbs
- 2 large eggs
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup Dijon mustard
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces.
- Set up three bowls: one with flour mixed with salt and pepper, one with beaten eggs, and one with panko breadcrumbs. Dredge each chicken piece in flour, dip in eggs, and coat in breadcrumbs.
- Place the breaded chicken on the baking sheet and bake for about 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
- For the honey mustard dip, mix equal parts honey and Dijon mustard in a small bowl.
- Serve the chicken nuggets hot with the dip on the side.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer/Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 chicken nuggets (108g)
- Calories: 315
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: - For extra crunchiness, consider double-breading the nuggets by repeating the egg and breadcrumb step. - Customize your dipping sauce by adding spices like garlic powder or sriracha for extra flavor. - Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days.