Tortilla-Crusted Baked Chicken Tenders

Elevate the everyday with this simple recipe. Turn the chicken nuggets your family knows and loves into something extra special with a little Greek yogurt and some crispy tortilla chips. Have fun with the dippers too. Instead of ketchup or mustard, serve them with a side of salsa or guacamole. You can see in the pictures that we served them with a shot of cold Gazpacho in the middle of summer. In an instant, a kid’s favorite became one sensational appetizer.

chicken nugget recipe

• Yield: 15 Pieces
• Prep Time: 20-30 Minutes
• Cook Time: 15-20 Minutes

chicken nugget ingredients

• 3 Chicken Breasts
• 1 Cup Plain Greek Yogurt
• 1 Cup Whole Milk
• 1 9-12-Ounce Bag Tortilla Chips
• 1 Lime
• Salt & Pepper

chicken nugget directions

1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
2. Clean your chicken and cut into 2-inch pieces; try to get all the chicken the same thickness so all the pieces cook evenly.
3. Season the raw chicken with salt and pepper.
4. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt and whole milk. In a food processor, blend the tortilla chips to the consistency of breadcrumbs; pour into a second bowl.
5. Next, dredge the chicken in the yogurt mixture. Toss each piece into the tortilla crumbs; roll until all sides of the chicken are covered.
6. Place the chicken on a cookie sheet and then into the preheated oven. Let cook 15-20 minutes or until the chicken is firm and finished cooking.
7. When the nuggets are finished, remove from the oven and serve hot.

chicken nugget tips and tricks

• Using corn chips for a crust is a great option instead of classic breadcrumbs. Intensify flavor by using flavored chips like cool ranch or nacho cheese.