Grilled Chicken Nuggets
Delicious and healthy alternative to the popular chicken nuggets. Tender chicken pieces quickly marinated then seasoned perfectly and grilled for a delicious chicken dinner that your family will love.
Servings: 4 Servings
Calories: 265kcal
Ingredients
- 1 pound chicken breast cut into bite size pieces
- 4 Tablespoons olive oil
- 2 Tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- ½ Tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ¾ teaspoon salt or to taste
Optional:
- 1 Tablespoon liquid smoke
Instructions
- In a medium bowl combine chicken with all the ingredients except for the liquid smoke if using.
- Mix together and marinate for 1 hour and up to 24 hours.
- Mix in liquid smoke if using.
- Heat a grilling pan over medium heat and brush lightly with oil.
- Cook chicken nuggets for 2-3 minutes per side or until cooked.
- Place chicken nuggets on a plate and cover loosely with foil. Let it rest for 5-10 minutes before serving.
Notes
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Nutrition
Calories: 265kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 24g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 11g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 73mg | Sodium: 578mg | Potassium: 451mg | Fiber: 0.3g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 159IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 12mg | Iron: 1mg
