Healthy Baked Parmesan Chicken Nuggets

Serves: 4
INGREDIENTS:
1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into pieces
½ cup parmesan cheese (divided in half)
¼ cup cold water
½ tsp salt
⅛ tsp pepper
1 cup panko breadcrumbs
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INSTRUCTIONS;
Pre-heat oven to 400F. Line a baking sheet with foil or parchment paper and set aside.
In a food processor place the chicken breasts, ¼ cup parmesan cheese, cold water, and salt +pepper. Pulse for 1 minute or just until the chicken is minced and everything is well combined.

Pour the panko breadcrumbs and ¼ cup parmesan into a shallow dish. Shape the minced chicken mixture into small nuggets and coat with the breadcrumb mixture.Line nuggets on a baking sheet and drizzle with oil or spray with cooking spray.

Bake 12-15 minutes then transfer under the broiler for 2-3 minute or until nuggets are lightly golden. Serve warm with ketchup or your favorite dipping sauce.
NOTES
Nuggets will keep fresh in the fridge for 2 days or in the freezer for up to 1 month. Re-heat in the microwave or toaster oven.