Dinner for 4
Baked Chicken Nuggets
$6.82for 438 minServes 4
Chicken pieces are coated with seasoned panko and eggs, then baked until crisp, browned, and safely cooked.
Photo: cookingclassy.com
What it costs
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| Ingredient | Amount | Cost | |
|---|---|---|---|
 | Chicken breast, 1.5 lb$3.49/lb typical | 1.5 lb | $5.24Typical price |
 | Sandwich bread, 0.25$2.49 each typical | 0.25 | $0.50Typical price |
 | Eggs, 2$0.30 each typical | 2 | $0.60Typical price |
| Total for the servings shown | $6.82 | ||
Swaps
- Swap chicken breast for chicken thighsabout $1.20/lb less at typical prices
Pantry staples you likely have
Olive and cooking oilDried spices (cumin, paprika, chili powder, oregano)Dried herbs, spices and seasoning blendsSalt and pepper
Not included in the cost.
- 38 minstart to table
- Mediumdifficulty
- 4servings (the source says 6, which counts pieces)
- $typical cost tier
AmericanDairy-freeBudgetFamilyDinners
$1.71 per serving$6.82 for 4
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The amounts listed are small for a full dinner, so this price per serving is likely low. Plan on a side or a bigger portion.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 lb bonless skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups panko bread crumbs
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 3/4 tsp dried thyme
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
- salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 2 large eggs
Steps
- Heat the oven to 425 F and line a large baking sheet with oil.
- Stir the panko, olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, thyme, cayenne, salt, and pepper in a shallow bowl.
- Cut the chicken into bite-size pieces and dip each piece in beaten eggs.
- Press the chicken pieces into the seasoned panko and arrange them on the baking sheet.
- Bake for 18 to 20 minutes, turning halfway, until browned and 165 F inside.
Main ingredient on sale this week? See what to make with chicken breast, boneless on sale.
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