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Pieces of chicken breast coated in a cheesy, crispy crumb. This home made version of chicken nuggets is super- simple and quick to make.
Serves 4-6
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 15 minutes
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1 large egg, beaten 2 slices white bread, whizzed in a food processor to make crumbs half an 80g tub Buitoni Italian grated cheese cracked black pepper 450g (1lb) mini chicken fillets or diced chicken breast
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Preheat the oven to 220ºC, 425ºF, Gas Mark 7. Line a large baking tray with baking parchment.
Put the beaten egg into a shallow bowl and the breadcrumbs into another. Mix the Italian grated cheese into the breadcrumbs, season and you’re now ready to coat the chicken.
Dip each chicken piece into the egg and press into the cheesy breadcrumbs. Put the chicken pieces straight onto the baking sheet. Place the tray into the top half of the oven and bake for 15-20 minutes until cooked right through and turning golden brown and crispy on the outside.
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Buitoni chunky tomato sauces make a great dip for the crispy-coated chicken – simply heat it through in a pan or in the microwave, according to the instructions on the jar. Now you need some crisp salad leaves and a few cherry tomatoes if you have them, for a scrummy salad.
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