Quick Chicken and Broccoli Nuggets: Easy, Kid-Friendly Delight
Quick chicken and broccoli nuggets are a simple, healthy, and delicious way to introduce new flavors and textures to your baby’s diet.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 24 nuggets 1x
- Category: Baby Food
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound chicken breast, diced
- 2 cups broccoli florets, steamed
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 egg, beaten
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, combine the diced chicken, steamed broccoli, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Form the mixture into small nugget shapes and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes or until the nuggets are golden and cooked through.
- Let cool slightly before serving to your baby.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider mixing in some herbs like parsley or basil.
- Can be served with a side of dipping sauce like ketchup or yogurt.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 nuggets
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
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