Boneless Chicken Recipe
Easy Gluten Free Chicken Nuggets
Many people are sensitive to gluten, so they do not always get to enjoy some of their favorite foods. This can be especially hard on kids, who must eat something else while their friends eat all the fun foods. You can make these gluten-free chicken nuggets and let them dig in. They taste great and are simple to make. The crisp polenta crust is tasty and nutritious.
Of course, commercial chicken nuggets are made from scraps that have been formed to look like a nugget. By making these homemade chicken nuggets, you are ensuring that your family is getting the nutrition they need.
You can also fry these chicken nuggets if you prefer. Simply put some oil in a pan and add the chicken once it is hot. Fry them until the chicken is cooked through and the breading is crisp. Drain them on paper towels before serving.
Make these chicken nuggets for appetizers or pack them cold in lunches or for picnics. It is a great way to ensure your kids get to enjoy some of the same foods their friends like, but in a healthier form. Make them for after school snacks or as part of your main meal. Serve them with chips, rice, mashed potatoes, vegetables, or salad. They are limited only by your imagination. Dipping is fun, too, so do not forget to provide some dips that your family enjoys.
You can even make some ahead of time and freeze them. Simply pop them in the oven to warm them as a snack. Set them up in freezer bags that hold enough for a serving and use them as your own form of convenience foods. You will feel good knowing how nutritious they are, and your kids will enjoy knowing they get to eat chicken nuggets.
Everyone Can Enjoy these Gluten-Free Chicken Nuggets
Ingredients -
2 chicken breast fillets, skinless
3 ½ ounces polenta grains
1 medium egg, beaten
½ teaspoon seasonings or herbs
ground black pepper (optional)
Preparation:
Preheat oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
Wipe a light layer of oil on a baking sheet large enough to hold your chicken nuggets in a single layer.
Cut the chicken breasts into small nuggets; 2 inches square is a good size. If you prefer strips, you can cut the chicken into 1 inch wide strips. Different shapes will require slightly different cooking times, so you may want to prepare a separate sheet for different shapes.
Beat the egg in a bowl. Drop the chicken pieces in the egg. Make sure they are coated well.
Mix the polenta grains with your seasonings of choice. Put the mixture on a plate or in a plastic bag. Dredge the egg-covered chicken in polenta grains. Each nugget should be well-coated with the polenta mixture. Remove the chicken and place it on the baking sheet. Repeat with other nuggets or strips.
Place the chicken in the oven. Cook for 20 to 25 minutes. Adjust cooking times as needed for different shapes of chicken. Poke chicken with a skewer to see if juices are running clear. The outside of each piece should be golden and crisp.
Serve hot or cold.
(Serves 2)
Gluten Free Chicken Nuggets
Photo Description:
Everyone loves chicken nuggets. It does not matter how old they are, chicken nuggets are fun to eat. Instead of serving those commercially made nuggets made from chicken scraps, you can make homemade chicken nuggets in a very short time. You will feel good, knowing your family is getting a healthy snack. These crisp delicious nuggets make an excellent snack, appetizer, or a delicious part of a meal. No one can resist their golden color. Serve them with your choice of sauce for dipping. Be sure to make enough because everyone will come back for more.
