BUTTERMILK CHICKEN NUGGETS

Buttermilk Chicken Nuggets image

Provided by AZRT8871

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 cup low-fat buttermilk
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 lb boneless chicken breast, cut into 1/2-inch strips
2 cups fresh english muffin breadcrumbs (about 2 muffins)
1/3 cup grated parmesan cheese
cooking spray

Steps:

Combine first 6 ingredients in a zip-top plastic bag. Add chicken to bag; seal. Marinate in refrigerator 30 minutes, turning occasionally.
Preheat oven to 375°.
Combine breadcrumbs and cheese in a bowl. Remove chicken from bag and arrange on a sheet of wax paper. Sprinkle chicken evenly with 1 cup breadcrumb mixture. Turn chicken, and sprinkle with remaining breadcrumb mixture. Arrange chicken strips on a baking sheet coated with cooking spray. Bake at 375° for 30 minutes or until golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 458.3, Fat 16, SaturatedFat 5.3, Cholesterol 81.2, Sodium 917, Carbohydrate 41.1, Fiber 2.5, Sugar 5, Protein 35.1