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Easy Chicken Nugget Parmesan Bake

Easy Chicken Nugget Parmesan Bake

This Easy Chicken Nugget Parmesan Bake is a quick and delicious recipe featuring frozen chicken nuggets topped with marinara sauce and cheese.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 19 minutes
Total Time 29 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 353 kcal

Equipment

  • Oven
  • baking sheet
  • parchment paper

Ingredients
  

Chicken Nuggets

  • 24 frozen chicken nuggets

Sauce and Cheese

  • 1 cup marinara sauce See link for product
  • 1.5 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 0.25 cup grated Parmesan cheese

For Serving

  • cooked spaghetti or rice optional

Instructions
 

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Spread 24 frozen chicken nuggets in a single layer and bake for 10 minutes.
  • Remove from oven and flip each nugget.
  • Spoon 1 cup marinara sauce evenly over the tops, then sprinkle with 1½ cups shredded mozzarella and ¼ cup Parmesan.
  • Return to oven and bake for 6-9 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbling.
  • For extra crispiness, broil 1 minute at the end, watching closely.
  • Serve warm over cooked spaghetti or rice, or pair with a salad for a quick dinner idea.

Notes

For air fryer, cook nuggets at 375°F for 8-9 minutes, flipping halfway. Use a rimmed baking sheet to catch any melty cheese or sauce overflow.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 353kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 28gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 104mgSodium: 724mgPotassium: 389mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 725IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 285mgIron: 2mg
Keyword baked chicken, Chicken Nuggets, Comfort Food, easy dinner, Parmesan, quick recipe
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