Description
These 3 Ingredient Chicken Nuggets are the ultimate solution for busy families craving a delightful, homemade meal without the fuss. Made with just three simple ingredients—canned chicken, egg, and mozzarella cheese—these nuggets are quick to prepare and cook, making them perfect for lunch or dinner. In just 5 minutes of prep time and around 13 minutes of cooking, you’ll have crispy, tender nuggets that even picky eaters will love. Whether served as a snack during movie night or as part of a wholesome family meal, these nuggets are versatile enough to please everyone at the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 10 oz canned chicken
- 1 large egg
- 3 tbsp mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- Drain the canned chicken thoroughly to avoid sogginess.
- In a food processor or blender, combine the drained chicken, egg, and mozzarella cheese; blend until smooth.
- Shape the mixture into nugget forms using your hands.
- Air Fryer Method: Preheat air fryer to 350°F. Cook nuggets for about 13 minutes until golden brown.
- Oven Method: Preheat oven to 400°F. Bake nuggets on parchment-lined sheet for about 13 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 13 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying/Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 nuggets (approximately 70g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 390mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 90mg