Apple-Cinnamon Chicken Bites
These delicious and nutritious chicken bites are perfect for babies and toddlers, making mealtime a breeze for parents! Packed with sweet apple and tender carrot, they offer a subtle flavor that little ones love. While they are mild enough for younger kids, older children can enjoy them too—simply spice them up with a pinch of salt, pepper, or their favorite seasonings. These bites can be served as a fun lunch or a healthy snack, and are easy to freeze for future meals. Watch as these playful, bite-sized nuggets disappear from your table!
30
Servings
N/A
Calories
7
Ingredients
Ingredients
ground chicken
1 lb (raw)
sweet apple
1/4 cup (grated)
carrot
1/4 cup (grated)
quick oats
2 tablespoons (none)
eggs
2 (beaten)
fine breadcrumbs
1 cup (none)
kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon (for sprinkling)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a cookie sheet with parchment paper or grease it lightly.
2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground chicken, grated apple, grated carrot, and quick oats. Blend all the ingredients until well combined, creating a moist mixture that can hold its shape when formed into balls.
3
If the mixture appears too wet, add a little more quick oats until the right consistency is achieved. If it's too dry, mix in a tablespoon of water or applesauce.
4
Take about one tablespoon of the mixture at a time and roll it into small balls. This process will form approximately 30 nuggets.
5
Dip each ball into the beaten eggs, then roll them in the fine breadcrumbs, ensuring they are evenly coated. Once coated, gently flatten each ball into a small patty (about 1/2 inch thick).
6
Place the coated nuggets on the prepared cookie sheet, ensuring they are spaced apart. Lightly sprinkle kosher salt on top of each nugget.
7
Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through. Note that these nuggets won't brown significantly.
8
For storage, allow any leftover nuggets to cool completely before placing them in a freezer bag. When ready to serve, remove from the bag and reheat in a preheated oven at 425°F (220°C) for about 10 minutes or until warm throughout.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Apple-Cinnamon Chicken Bites?
Apple-Cinnamon Chicken Bites are nutritious, bite-sized chicken nuggets packed with sweet apple and tender carrot, designed specifically for babies and toddlers.
Are these chicken bites suitable for babies?
Yes, they are perfect for babies and toddlers because they have a mild flavor and soft texture.
Can older children enjoy these chicken bites?
Yes, older kids can enjoy them as well, especially if you add a pinch of salt, pepper, or their favorite seasonings.
How many nuggets does this recipe make?
This recipe makes approximately 30 nuggets.
What are the main ingredients?
The main ingredients include ground chicken, grated sweet apple, grated carrot, quick oats, eggs, and breadcrumbs.
What is the recommended oven temperature for baking?
Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit or 200 degrees Celsius.
How should I prepare the baking sheet?
You should line a cookie sheet with parchment paper or grease it lightly.
How do I prepare the apple and carrot?
Both the sweet apple and the carrot should be grated before being added to the mixture.
What type of oats should I use?
The recipe calls for 2 tablespoons of quick oats.
What should I do if the mixture is too wet?
If the mixture is too wet, add a little more quick oats until the right consistency is achieved.
What should I do if the mixture is too dry?
If it is too dry, mix in a tablespoon of water or applesauce.
How much mixture should I use for each ball?
Use about one tablespoon of the mixture at a time to roll into small balls.
What is the process for coating the nuggets?
Dip each ball into beaten eggs and then roll them in fine breadcrumbs for an even coating.
Should I flatten the chicken balls?
Yes, once coated, gently flatten each ball into a small patty about 1/2 inch thick.
Do I need to add salt to the chicken bites?
The recipe suggests lightly sprinkling kosher salt on top of each nugget before baking.
How long should the nuggets bake?
Bake the nuggets for 30 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through.
Will the chicken bites brown significantly in the oven?
No, these nuggets will not brown significantly during the baking process.
Can Apple-Cinnamon Chicken Bites be frozen?
Yes, these bites are easy to freeze for future meals.
How should I store leftover nuggets?
Allow leftovers to cool completely before placing them in a freezer bag for storage.
How do I reheat the frozen chicken bites?
Reheat in a preheated oven at 425 degrees Fahrenheit for about 10 minutes or until warm.
What is the category of this recipe?
This recipe is categorized as Lunch/Snacks.
How much ground chicken is needed?
The recipe requires 1 lb of raw ground chicken.
How much breadcrumbs are needed?
You will need 1 cup of fine breadcrumbs.
How many eggs are used in the coating process?
The recipe uses 2 beaten eggs.
What is the serving size for this recipe?
The recipe yields 30 servings.
Are these suitable for meal prep?
Yes, they are excellent for meal prep as they can be easily frozen and reheated.
What kind of salt is recommended?
The recipe recommends using 1/2 teaspoon of kosher salt for sprinkling.
Can I use different seasonings?
Yes, you can customize the flavor with salt, pepper, or other favorite seasonings for older children.
Is the apple peeled?
The recipe specifies using grated sweet apple, though it does not explicitly state to peel it; typically, grating works best with peeled apples for baby food.
How thick should the patties be before baking?
The patties should be flattened to about 1/2 inch thick.