Our homemade gluten free chicken nuggets will quickly become a favorite lunch. Made with ground chicken and seasonings, coated with gluten free Bisquick then baked into baked chicken nuggets just like McDonalds.
These chicken nuggets were created with families in mind combining all the flavors that kids love with the nutrition that parents are looking for. Super simple to make, these chicken chunks are prepped, baked and ready to be dipped into sauce in just 30 minutes. Kids can even make this celiac-safe recipe all on their own!
For more kid friendly gluten-free recipes perfect for young chefs, check out our Air Fryer Frozen Chicken Nuggets, Gluten Free Rice Krispy Treats, Homemade Gluten-Free Granola Bar and Blueberry Spinach Smoothie Kids Will Love.
We knew finding a recipe for homemade nuggets without compromising the traditional flavor that all kids love was required. Luckily, the combination of spices combined with the gluten-free Bisquick mix meets all expectations!
This recipe is approved by picky eaters, kids of all ages, and even adults making this nugget recipe a great option for dinner any night of the week!
Gather the equipment and ingredients then follow the step by step instructions below to get started.
Table of Contents
Equipment
- baking pan
- wire rack
- large mixing bowl
- measuring cups and spoons
- 2 medium sized bowls
- cookie scoop
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground chicken
- 1 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, divided
- 1 1/2 teaspoon onion powder, divided
- 1 1/2 teaspoon chili powder, divided
- 1 teaspoon salt, divided
- 2/3 cup gluten free Bisquick, divided
- 2 large eggs, whisked
How To Make Homemade Chicken Nuggets
Preheat the oven to 400°F and prep the baking pan with a wire rack.
Blend the ingredients
Add the ground chicken, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon onion powder, 1 teaspoon chili powder, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 3 tablespoons of the Bisquick. Blend with clean hands.
Blend the Bisquick with spices
To a medium sized bowl add the rest of the Bisquick along with the rest of the seasonings.
Form the chicken nuggets
Use a cookie scooper to divide out the chicken mixture and roll into a ball. Dip into the whisked egg, roll into the Bisquick mixture, form into a chicken nugget shape, then dip into the egg again and place onto the wire rack. Repeat until mixture is gone.
Bake
Bake the chicken nuggets for 15-20 minutes or until the internal temperature is 165°F.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes! Make a double batch then freeze the leftovers by letting the nuggets completely cool then packing in a large freezer Ziploc bag. Reheat in the microwave or crisp in the oven when ready to eat.
Store homemade nuggets in the fridge for up to 3 days in an air tight container.
Ketchup, buffalo sauce, honey mustard, barbeque…the list could go on and on. Double check the ingredient label of your desired dipping sauce for the certified gluten free label or opt for a homemade dipping sauce. This gluten and dairy free Chick-Fil-A Sauce is the top pick in our home right now.
As the main entrée, nuggets can be served with any side dish. From Spaghetti O’s and Gluten Free Cheesy Potatoes to Green Beans and Instant Pot Broccoli.
Kids In The Kitchen
Cooking tips and suggestions for kids making this recipe.
- If you don’t have a wire rack, you can still make this recipe. Simply flip the nuggets halfway through when baking to help all sides get crispy.
- When measuring spices and Bisquick, level off the tops of the measuring cups and spoons for accurate measurements.
- Toss any excess Bisquick or egg mixture after coating all the nuggets.
- Test the internal temperature by inserting a meat thermometer in the CENTER of at least three nuggets. It should read 165°F.
More Gluten-Free Dinner Recipes
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- Gluten-Free Shepards Pie
- Pork Chop Sheet Pan Dinner
- Instant Pot Roast Beef and Gravy
- Taco Casserole with Pasta
- Chicken Tortilla Chip Casserole
- Roasted Chicken Sausage & Veggies
CKC Features both Gluten-Free Guidance and Kids Cooking Instructions: If you’re new to eating gluten-free we understand it’s overwhelming trying to figure out which foods may contain gluten and which ones don’t. All of our gluten-free recipes marked with this symbol ✅ represent foods that need to be checked for gluten or cross-contamination.
The ⭐️ symbol in the recipe below denotes the steps in which kid cooks may need a helper (depending on age). If there is no ⭐️ symbol, that step (or recipe) doesn’t require a helper.
Gluten Free Chicken Nuggets
Equipment
- large mixing bowl
- 2 medium sized bowls
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground chicken ✅
- 1 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, divided ✅
- 1 1/2 teaspoon onion powder, divided ✅
- 1 1/2 teaspoon chili powder, divided ✅
- 1 teaspoon salt, divided
- 2/3 cup gluten free Bisquick, divided
- 2 large eggs, whisked
Instructions
- Preheat the oven. Preheat the oven to 400°F and prep the baking pan with a wire rack.
- Blend the ingredients. Add the ground chicken, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon onion powder, 1 teaspoon chili powder, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 3 tablespoons of the bisquick. Blend with clean hands.1 pound ground chicken, 1 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, divided, 1 1/2 teaspoon onion powder, divided, 1 1/2 teaspoon chili powder, divided, 1 teaspoon salt, divided, 2/3 cup gluten free Bisquick, divided
- Blend the Bisquick with spices. To a medium sized bowl add the rest of the Bisquick along with the rest of the seasonings.1 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, divided, 1 1/2 teaspoon onion powder, divided, 1 1/2 teaspoon chili powder, divided, 2/3 cup gluten free Bisquick, divided, 1 teaspoon salt, divided
- Form the chicken nuggets. Use a cookie scooper to divide out the chicken mixture and roll into a ball. Dip into the whisked egg, roll into the Bisquick mixture, form into a chicken nugget shape, then dip into the egg again and place onto the wire rack. Repeat until mixture is gone.2 large eggs, whisked
- ⭐️ Bake. Bake the chicken nuggets for 15-20 minutes or until the internal temperature is 165°F.
Edna says
Best so far. Made this last night and it was amazing. Thank you Create Kids for sharing.