Dinosaur Nugget Bites
These crispy homemade chicken nuggets are pressed into dinosaur molds before breading and baking, creating adorable prehistoric shapes kids absolutely love. They are baked not fried making them a slightly healthier option perfect for party platters.
Homemade baked chicken nuggets shaped like dinosaurs that are crispy on the outside and juicy inside.
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Ingredients
nuggets
coating
seasoning
Instructions
Season the Chicken
Combine ground chicken with garlic powder, onion powder, and smoked paprika in a large bowl. Mix thoroughly until all seasoning is evenly distributed throughout the meat.
Shape the Dinosaurs
Press seasoned ground chicken firmly into dinosaur shaped silicone molds, filling each cavity completely and smoothing the top with a spatula. Place molds in the freezer for 10 minutes to help them hold their shape.
Bread the Nuggets
Carefully remove the shaped chicken from the molds. Dip each dinosaur shape into the beaten egg and then press into breadcrumbs on all sides until fully coated. Place on a lined baking sheet.
Bake Until Crispy
Preheat oven to 200 degrees Celsius and bake the nuggets for 18 to 20 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and cooked through. Serve with dipping sauces on a fun dinosaur themed platter.
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